So for the last few weeks DD has been rolling from her back to her tummy. Problem is that she still mostly hates being on her tummy and hasn't figured out how to roll onto her back. I need advice on how to help her learn that skill so I don't lose my mind flipping her back over every 5 minutes. Anything worked for you?
Re: Need advice - DD rolls over & stuck on tummy
I was chatting with my sister and she recommended a couple of different things to try: 1) watch what side the baby likes to roll over on to (our DD only rolls onto her tummy from her right side) then when you put the baby down in the crib, make sure that side is close to the crib walls to help prevent her from physically rolling over. We have those breathable bumpers so I don't have to worry too much about her being close to the sides. 2) put her down on a blanket and then when she rolls onto her tummy, lift the blanket up slowly to roll her back onto her back so that she gets used to the motions needed to roll back the other way.
I'll be giving both a shot - good luck to the other frustrated moms out there!
Yup. Flipping her back over just prolongs it; you have to let her figure it out. Same thing will happen when she learns to pull up but can't figure out how to get back down. Lots of standing and screaming in the crib at night.