The child does not turn over from the back to the stomach at 5 months, why, what to do

Why the baby does not turn over

Children's development occurs individually anddepends on many factors. Active and full-term children develop faster. The child's weight is also important for physical development; it is difficult for overweight children to turn over, they need to make an effort to do this, while it is easier for thin children, they are more mobile.If the baby does not roll over at 5 - 7months, then you can contact a pediatrician and a neurologist Photo: Getty The skill of turning over from the back in a child should appear no later than 7 months, when the muscle tone passes, the child will confidently hold his head and turn it in response to the mother's voice.

What to do to prepare a child for coups

You can start learning to roll over whenthe baby's muscles will become stronger and will be well developed. To do this, give the baby a strengthening massage, do gymnastics and swimming with him. In addition, the baby should be periodically laid on his tummy, then he will begin to rise, leaning on his shoulders. Seeing the world from a different angle, he will want to repeat this movement again and again. After some time, lying down, he will begin to swing and try to throw his body on his side. These actions are the prerequisites for a future coup.

Exercises for rolling over from back to stomach

You can teach your child to roll over using the following exercises:

Spread a towel on a flat surface ordiaper. Put the baby on it and gently lift the towel from one side, slightly rolling the child. He likes these actions, and he will want to repeat them on his own.
Next to the lying child lay out bright toys, do it so that he can take them, only reaching for them. At this time, hold the child by the hand and foot.
Place the baby's belly on the gym ball. With one hand, hold it by the foot, and the second lock the body. Smoothly swing the child, performing springy, circular movements.
Lay the baby on the shoulder blades, hold the leftfoot so that it does not bend. Right leg smoothly put behind the left. After that, lift the elbow out. This exercise allows you to show the child a slow process of upheaval. Do this exercise several times a day, 3 times per approach.

Any activity with a child should be in the form ofgames, arouse his interest and bring pleasure. Do not force him to do it. Help the child to master a new action, and when the child learns to roll over, do not leave him unattended.