Toy Placement for Rolling From Back to Tummy
Rolling develops in a “top down” manner, from their head down to their feet.
It all starts with your baby turning their head to the side, looking up, and arching and elongating their trunk.
That’s why toy placement is one of the best ways to encourage your baby to roll from their back to tummy.
If you want to help your baby learn to roll from their back to tummy…
Try This:
Practice visual tracking of a toy up and to the side – to a 10 or 2 o’clock position.
Start by holding a toy about 9 inches from your baby’s face, give it a little shake to get their attention. Once your baby establishes visual contact with the toy, slowly move it to the left or right, to a 10 o’clock or a 2 o’clock position. Your baby should be able to visually track the toy all the way down to floor level on the left and right sides, in a smooth and comfortable manner, by turning their head, looking up, and elongating their trunk. Encourage them to reach for the toy by shaking it.
Pause and allow time for your baby to respond.
P.S. This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and is not a substitute for skilled physical therapy intervention. While I am a physical therapist, I am not your child's physical therapist. If you have questions or concerns about your child's health and/or development, please contact your pediatrician.