Why does my baby lean back? Reasons and solutions

Your baby may straighten out or lean back when you hold them. Let's find out when and why such reactions occur, and how to deal with them.

Do all babies bend over?

Your baby may stretch their legs and stretch out, or pull their head back and lean back. If you are sleeping on your back, your lower back will be lifted up.
This is an action called curving.

Generally, it starts when the child is able to sit up at the age of 3 to 4 months, and subsides by the time he or she turns 1 year old. For some children, it begins as early as one month after birth. The timing is just a guideline, so it's okay if it doesn't apply to you.

You may be surprised to find that they often bend over with a force that is unbecoming of their small size, but don't worry, this is a natural movement that occurs as they grow.

Why do babies bend over?

There are several reasons why your baby may lean back.

One thing is that as their muscular strength develops, they begin to practice moving their bodies.
At around 4 months old, your baby will be able to sit upright, and around 5 to 6 months old, your baby will be able to roll over, but rolling over can be said to be a developmental stage just before that.

Also, if something makes you uncomfortable, you may lean back to try to escape the situation or to express your discomfort.

For example, when your child doesn't like being held or doesn't like the way you're holding them. In addition to leaning back, they may also make twisting movements.

Arching is also common when the back muscles are stiff.
Even as an adult, when your shoulders and back become stiff, you try to loosen them by stretching or twisting your body. In the same way, your baby is also trying to relieve back discomfort. The most comfortable position for babies is a natural C-curve position with a slightly rounded back. If your dog is left stretched out due to lying on a flat surface or being held improperly, the back muscles can become stiff.

Many babies also curl up when their backs are sweaty and uncomfortable.

How should mom and dad deal with it?

If you are leaning back due to discomfort, removing the cause will stop the curling.

If your child's back is sweating or feeling hot, wipe the sweat off and change into clothes that are appropriate for the temperature, and if your child has any skin problems such as tingling or itching, we will take precautions.

If your dog doesn't like being held, you may want to try changing the way you hold him, such as holding him vertically instead of horizontally, or vice versa.

If you notice stiffness in your back, try to maintain a natural C-curve posture to avoid stretching your back muscles too much and putting strain on them.

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If your dog keeps rolling back even though there is nothing that makes it uncomfortable, it may be because you are practicing moving or just having fun because moving is fun. You can do whatever you want as long as there is no risk of injury from bumping into something or falling.

What should I be careful about when my baby leans back?

The warpage occurs suddenly and instantaneously.
When carrying your baby, be careful not to drop your baby.
When laying it down, be careful to avoid places where it might hit something or fall.

Curving itself is natural, so there is no need to force it to stop, but you should try to reduce the discomfort and pain it causes.
Create a comfortable environment by maintaining a relaxing C-curve position and eliminating factors that put stress on your baby's body, such as heat, cold, and skin irritation.

Is there any worrying warpage?

Everyone experiences curling during growth, but in rare cases it can be a sign of cerebral palsy or autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
If you have any concerns, such as if it occurs too frequently or in extremely large amounts, or if it lasts for several months, it may be a good idea to consult your doctor.

However, just because a signature is recognized does not necessarily mean that there is a disability.
It is difficult to determine whether it is natural or not, and in most cases it will decrease over time. If you get too nervous, your nervousness and anxiety will be transmitted to your baby, so don't worry too much and just watch over your baby's growth.

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