My 3 mo old has just learned to roll over from her back to her tummy. She always rolls with her arms trapped under her, and ends up flat, face down & struggling. She can't roll back over from what I can tell. She has started to do this any place I lay her down....crib, bed, floor. I usually end up rolling her back onto her back, and she just does it all over again. I feel like I can't leave the room at all.....the few times I've put her in the crib lately to take a quick shower, I run in to find her struggling on her tummy. She doesn't seem to know how to turn her head when she is like this....she's just face down on the mattress. She can get up on her arms if I put her arms out for her, but she doesn't seem to know how to do this herself. I'm just not sure what to do...any advice? I'm afraid she is going to suffocate if I leave her in her crib for even just a few minutes!
togg_mama
07-18-2007, 03:05 PM
If it's any consolation, my 5 month old doesn't roll at all... I think babies grow at different rates. They might be "behind" in some areas, but "ahead" in others. :hugs:
Edited: I didn't read your question fully... what does she look like when you pick her up? Is her color good? Are her fingernail beds still pink? If so, then I'd say she's probably okay for a couple of minutes.
itsymama
07-18-2007, 03:33 PM
You could try and help her learn to turn her head when she is on her tummy , lay her down and when she rolls over lay down beside her , start to talk to her and call her name , try and get her to turn to your voice , take turns on each side getting her to turn to each side . Your not going to get her to stop rolling over so you just need to try and teach her what to do next , are there any toy's that she just loves ? Or nice shiny things of yours she will always want ? Try and temp her with those things that she can only get if she can get her hands out from under her , you will have to help at first but also will need to try and have her do it herself to , it may take a while cause all babies learn at their own pase and you both may get frustrated a bit so try to talk calm to her and only try for as long as she can , if she get's too upset about it she won't be able to do it , so it may start slwoly but thats what I would start trying .
mom_of_3g_1b
07-18-2007, 04:42 PM
My 3 mo old has just learned to roll over from her back to her tummy. She always rolls with her arms trapped under her, and ends up flat, face down & struggling. She can't roll back over from what I can tell. She has started to do this any place I lay her down....crib, bed, floor. I usually end up rolling her back onto her back, and she just does it all over again. I feel like I can't leave the room at all.....the few times I've put her in the crib lately to take a quick shower, I run in to find her struggling on her tummy. She doesn't seem to know how to turn her head when she is like this....she's just face down on the mattress. She can get up on her arms if I put her arms out for her, but she doesn't seem to know how to do this herself. I'm just not sure what to do...any advice? I'm afraid she is going to suffocate if I leave her in her crib for even just a few minutes!
Mine all did this when learning to roll. I wouldn't lay her down if you can't be right with her. Even strap her in her carsear or something just to be sure. She'll eventually get the hang of it and get that arm out.
Kels5kids
07-18-2007, 05:13 PM
You could find a positioner, it has triangles that goes on each side of the baby to keep them from rolling.
Chrijodo
07-18-2007, 05:27 PM
You could find a positioner, it has triangles that goes on each side of the baby to keep them from rolling.
::yeahthat::
MatildasMum
07-18-2007, 05:30 PM
Yes - a positioner. Priceless.
I always put LO in her bouncy, next to the tub, when I shower. :thumbsup:
elysian
07-18-2007, 05:42 PM
I thought I had read somewhere that the positioners were dangerous? Not sure where....anyone else hear anything like that? I hadn't even thought about putting her in the bouncy when I take a shower...good idea. I was so used to putting her in the pack & play bassinet since it's in our room. We have a stupid tri-level house & I have a bouncy on the first 2 floors...will have to get one for the third! We are desperately looking for a one level home....tri levels & babies don't mix!
mom2madison06
07-18-2007, 05:52 PM
I'd practice with her, say on the floor, about turning her head, or lifting her neck. Or even, just let her lay like that while you're right there, and help her figure out how to get herself up. I know Maddie, even when I doubt it, if left to her own devices will figure out how to get herself free. GL!
bluebonnet
07-18-2007, 06:31 PM
I agree w/ the other posters....lots of tummy time w/ you so that she can learn how to move her head and hands. Dangling fun toys in front of her can help motivate her to move her head around.
ALso...the bouncy seat was one of my best friends those first several months! It was the only way I could pee!:goodvibes:
jls~Kain~Drake
07-18-2007, 09:51 PM
Mine did this too...I just wouldn't put blankets under her.
tealeaf
07-19-2007, 05:01 AM
I used a positioner with my first 2 dc, as it was highly recommended 10/8 years ago. I put them in it on their sides wedged with rolled receiving blankets on either side when they was super tiny (ie. just home from the hospital). It was something like this:
The safety issue with positioners (I believe, but could be wrong) is that when the baby is sleeping the pillows can become dislodged and become a hazard if they are attached with velcro This kind & the kind I had don't have pillows that remove, so they were supposed to be safe.
If you get one, try it out while she naps for the first few times so you are awake and can check on her while she sleeps. Good luck!!
jaceraden
07-19-2007, 05:55 AM
Maybe try to bring your sweetie with you? My DD was the same way. She learned to roll over waaaay too soon and trapped herself. It took her a week or two to learn to move her head and roll back the other way. In the meantime, it seemed like I was "rescueing" her all the time.
Hang in there Mama - you're not alone and your babe will learn soon! :goodvibes:
amandaev
07-19-2007, 12:58 PM
My baby just lays on his tummy. You dont think she would beokay if you just put her on her tummy while you take a shower or whatever. I've always put my babies tummy to sleep. I wont win mother of the year award, I know. But it prevents the situation you describe...
Mom2Gray
07-19-2007, 03:28 PM
I always put LO in her bouncy, next to the tub, when I shower. :thumbsup:
Me too! Even now that he's old enough to be seriously mad at me for having him buckled in. lol I have to practically do a song and dance routine the whole time I'm showering (we have a clear shower curtain) to keep him entertained. :blush:
moni54
07-19-2007, 09:49 PM
My lil darlin did this exact thing too. I did as some have suggested and used a bouncy when I was in the shower or couldn't be right there with her. The good news is that, with my DD at least, this stage didn't take long at all! In fact, I think it was only like a week or maybe two before she learned to put her arms out. To help with strengthening her neck we had to do tummy time on a mirror as toys did not tempt her. She couldn't resist looking at the mirror though!
I, too, have heard something negative about postitioners being dangerous, but for the life of me can't remember what or why they said that. I've never used one, so I wasn't paying full attn. Good luck!
VioletteCrumble
07-19-2007, 10:13 PM
When my son was that young I would put the bouncy seat next to the shower. If your baby naps without being attached to your boob (mine didn't) then I would shower during a nap or when your partner is home if you have one.
Also, I think I didn't shower very much in those days :)
Ashwin'sMommy
07-21-2007, 02:15 AM
You could try and help her learn to turn her head when she is on her tummy , lay her down and when she rolls over lay down beside her , start to talk to her and call her name , try and get her to turn to your voice , take turns on each side getting her to turn to each side . Your not going to get her to stop rolling over so you just need to try and teach her what to do next , are there any toy's that she just loves ? Or nice shiny things of yours she will always want ? Try and temp her with those things that she can only get if she can get her hands out from under her , you will have to help at first but also will need to try and have her do it herself to , it may take a while cause all babies learn at their own pase and you both may get frustrated a bit so try to talk calm to her and only try for as long as she can , if she get's too upset about it she won't be able to do it , so it may start slwoly but thats what I would start trying .
Great suggestions! I was thinking about a shiny toy or one of those morror toys you tie tot he side of the crib - to make her try and turn her head! (actually I have one for sale brand new if you like, I haven't had any takers when I have posted it FS here before!) Oh, and you could try cosleeping until she has the ability to turn her head!
Tara
Ashwin'sMommy
07-21-2007, 02:17 AM
Me too! Even now that he's old enough to be seriously mad at me for having him buckled in. lol I have to practically do a song and dance routine the whole time I'm showering (we have a clear shower curtain) to keep him entertained. :blush:
LOL! I remember those days! Now I need to out my 15 mth old in his highchair or he is into my bathroom cabinets!
Tara
snangel
07-21-2007, 10:50 AM
I thought I had read somewhere that the positioners were dangerous? Not sure where....anyone else hear anything like that? I hadn't even thought about putting her in the bouncy when I take a shower...good idea. I was so used to putting her in the pack & play bassinet since it's in our room. We have a stupid tri-level house & I have a bouncy on the first 2 floors...will have to get one for the third! We are desperately looking for a one level home....tri levels & babies don't mix!
Yes they are dangerous. My cousin died from SIDS. Once the baby is old enough to roll over, toss the positioner, fluffy bedding, bumper pads, pillows, etc. This link is just one government site I grabbed, there were many many more. If your baby is old enough to roll, she will probably be fine. Teach her how to roll back the other way. It took me about 3 days to teach my son to roll. Good luck. Your not a paranoid momma, just a good one. Keep up the good work, and if something doesn't sit right with you, trust that instinct.
http://www.sidsillinois.org/sids.php
Bedding - Parents should make sure their baby always sleeps on a firm, flat mattress in a crib that meets current safety standards. Parents and caregivers should also avoid using loose, fluffy blankets or coverings and should not use pillows, sheepskins, bumper pads, positioners, stuffed animals or comforters in the babies crib. Consider using a sleeper or other sleep clothing as an alternative to blankets, with no other covering. Infants should never be placed to sleep on a waterbed, sofa or with stuffed toys or pillows.
Michelle8903
07-21-2007, 11:36 AM
When my son was that young I would put the bouncy seat next to the shower. If your baby naps without being attached to your boob (mine didn't) then I would shower during a nap or when your partner is home if you have one.
Also, I think I didn't shower very much in those days :)
:yeahthat:
Exactly what I was going to say :) The bouncy was the savior in those days. After she got bigger and tried to climb out of it she went in the pack in play in our room while I showered. I do usually try to shower when she's napping but that doesn't all work.
momahaylie
07-21-2007, 11:46 AM
good advice
tmarieroberts
07-22-2007, 02:14 AM
Me too! Even now that he's old enough to be seriously mad at me for having him buckled in. lol I have to practically do a song and dance routine the whole time I'm showering (we have a clear shower curtain) to keep him entertained. :blush:
lol i do this with DS. i sing, "the wheels on the bus" and "the ants go marching one by one..." i just feel better with him being in the bathroom with me. He learned to roll over very early too.
