Is it okay for the baby to roll over early?

It can be said that a newborn baby can do nothing. Apart from eating and crying, it needs to slowly learn simple movements such as turning over and crawling. For example, some babies can roll over early, while others can do it late. As a parent, you would definitely want to know whether learning it early or late will have a good or bad impact on your child. So, is it good for the baby to turn over early? Let’s take a closer look at it below.

Rolling over is the first big movement a baby makes after birth. Many children start rolling over at 3 to 6 months, so there are many sayings, such as "roll over at three months, sit at six months, and crawl at eight months", which means that well-developed babies can roll over on their own at 3 months. However, most babies will not roll over until they are 4 months old, and the peak period for babies to roll over is at 5 months. The specific time when a baby will be able to roll over varies from baby to baby, so mothers don’t need to worry if their baby rolls over late. Because there are many factors that determine whether a baby turns over sooner or later.

1. Being overweight

Do you know why babies nowadays are dumber than babies in the past? Babies in the past could crawl very well even if their parents didn’t teach them or pay attention to their crawling problems. The reason is simple: babies in the past were lighter than they are now, and it took less effort for them to turn over. Now that the living standards have improved, the baby is overwhelmed. Don't worry, mothers, if you work hard and try doing the turning exercise a few more times, you will succeed.

2. Weakness and calcium deficiency

Muscles and bones are the source of power. Turning over also requires strength for babies. If their muscles are weak and their bones lack calcium, babies will find it difficult to move. Try to use toys to make him move more and exercise his muscles. They are all ways to accumulate strength for turning things around.

If the baby wears too many clothes, it will be like being tied up and unable to move even if he wants to. In fact, parents should buy some loose, soft, stretchable, sweat-absorbent and breathable cotton or wool products. Babies will only have the desire to exercise when they feel comfortable and relaxed.

4. Psychological barriers

If your baby has unpleasant memories of trying to roll over, he may not be motivated to do so. It is best to use the "lure" method, using a small toy on the side to entice the baby to grab it, and the movement of turning over will be naturally practiced.