When does a baby turn over? Is practice necessary?

Seeing a baby rolling over in bed is cute and adorable.
Tossing over is one of the important checkpoints during the growth process. Make sure to check when and how you will be able to do it, and what moms and dads should be careful about.

I was able to turn over in my sleep! What's that, what's the situation?

Tossing over means lying down on your back and twisting your body.
If a baby sleeping on his back twists his body to either side and is in a belly position, he can say "I was able to turn over."

As can be seen from the progression of the body's function by sitting on your neck and holding your hips, a baby's motor function gradually develops from the head to the foot. Once you are able to move your neck and shoulders, your back and even your waist, you will be ready to turn over.
If you can see such movements like you are following your family's movements with your eyes, turning your head to the side, or leaning on your back, it's a sign of turning over in your sleep.

When will you be able to turn over in bed?

To put it simply, one guideline is between 5 and 6 months old.
According to the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare's 2010 Infant and Young Children's Physical Development Survey Report, it is reported that over 50% of people will be able to turn over at 4 to 5 months old, and over 90% will be able to turn over at 6 to 7 months old.
reference:Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare: Infant and Young Children's Physical Development Survey

However, the reality is that when it is possible to do so varies greatly from person to person. Early children range from around 2 months to around 9 months to the latest.
During the 6-month checkup, you will be checked to see if you can turn over in bed, but there is no need to worry if you can't do it at the time or if it's slower than average. The progression of growth varies from person to person, so don't panic and watch at your child's pace.

Can I help you when you're about tossing in bed?

As your movements become bigger and more powerful, you start to see movements that make your body twist, it will soon be a sign that you will turn over and make your debut. Since he can't do it well right away, he ends up lying back even after facing to the side, or the bottom of his butt even though his upper body is twisted, he doesn't follow him, and there are scenes that continue for a while, "It's a shame!"

It's not a hurry, so you can watch over it until you can. There is no need to practice.

If you really want to provide assistance, you can call out to them by calling them from the direction they are about to turn over, or show them your favorite toy to attract interest. One way to do this is to gently place your hands on your back or waist to support them.
Also, if your arms get under your body after turning over and you're unable to move, help them pull out your arm.

Is there anything good about turning over in bed?

Compared to when you are lying on your back, when you are only able to see above, when you are in a position where you are lying face down and your neck is lifted up, your field of vision is much wider. Many things will catch your eye, stimulate your curiosity, and your brain and mind will grow rapidly.
Lifting the upper body, muscles such as the abdominal muscles, back muscles, arms, and neck are strengthened, encouraging development of motor functions.

As you grow, your neck will sit and you will turn over in bed, and your hips will be able to sit down...the general developmental stage is when you turn over in bed, and the world your baby sees will expand in one go, and the ability to sit will expand even further. This is a time when it is expected to develop dramatically in terms of intelligence and emotionality. Let them live in a spacious space that is easy to turn over and support them in their growth.

What should you be careful about?

To keep your face up while lying face down, you need strength in your abdominal muscles, back muscles, and arms, and you cannot maintain your position for a long time at first. If your face is lowered and your nose and mouth are pressed against bedding or other equipment, there is a risk of suffocation. If soft bedding or cushions are located below, there is a high chance that they will be completely blocked by contacting your nose or mouth, so be careful not to use bedding with just the right amount of stiffness and not to place soft objects nearby.

It is also during this time that the number of falls increases.
If you lie on a bed or sofa, there is a risk of falling over the place. Once you start to roll over, it's safe to put a mat or futon on the floor and place it in place. When lying on the bed, make sure to lift the drop prevention fence.

Also, once you become able to turn over well, your vision will expand and you will be able to move more than you think. If a baby is within reach of the baby's mouth, it can cause accidental ingestion and choking in the throat or injuring organs. Clean the floor thoroughly and be careful to make sure there are no small items falling off.