Rolling over Causing Sleep Issues- Help!

I just got a GREAT sleep positioner by Sassy from Target. Baby does not slip out of it and the mat is thick and very comfy! :)
http://www.baby-wise.com/sassy-crib-wedge-sleep-positione...

The Inclined To Sleep is a real good one too but they were out so I got the one above.

Buy a sleep positioner.My baby hates to be swaddled also but doesnt seem to mind the positioner.Dont buy the kind that is like a wedge they slip right down out of those.But the kind that lays flat.YOu can find the at target or walmart in the baby section.Good luck

YOur baby is arching her back and rolling over because she has REFLUX. I would talk to your dr. and ask for zantac or Prevacid. even if your baby does not spit up she can still have SILENT REFLUX its when babies dont spit up hardly at all but the acid goes into the esophagus (sp) and burns. it can cause back arching and crying. you can also try 1/4 teaspoon of Mylanta origonal (liquid) it is an antacid. if that helps, then you know she has reflux.

Hope this helps, A. j

I was very worried, as well, when my first daughter started rolling over that she would have trouble breathing. But, don't worry! Once they are big enough to roll over, they are also big enough to know to move their heads so they can breathe! I have read this everywhere. I have a 9 month old baby girl and she had to learn to calm herself down. With my first daughter, we went in every time she cried and "fixed" her, and needless to say, we stayed tired all the time (just like you!!). As a 3, almost 4 year old, she still has some trouble getting herself back to sleep without loving from mommy or daddy. With my 2nd daughter, I toughed it out and taught her to calm herself back down. Now, she is sooo easy to get to sleep (I know she is older, but from very early, this method made her bedtime easy!) It was hard, but if you know that she is ok, not cold, hot, hungry, hurting, etc, maybe just let her cry and see if she can get herself back to sleep. I had to do that only a few times, and my daughter learned real quick. Eventually, most babies prefer sleeping on their tummies. Your baby just isn't used to it. It is hard to hear, but crying does not hurt the baby and, in the long run, it helps them to console themselves. (when you can't be there, like in the middle of the night). It's up to you whether you are willing to try this method, but it really does work (wished I had done it with my first!) It only works if you are determined. Don't respond to her crying sometimes, and then let her "cry it out" other times. This will confuse her, and her crying will continue. If you want to do this, you have to let her "cry it out" every time. I had to let mine cry it out for 4-5 days getting herself to sleep. (every night the crying was shorter) When she woke up in the middle of the night, I let her cry it out the first night (she didn't cry for long, she was too tired...) and then she slept through the night ever since. I know that every baby is different, but I was amazed at how this worked! Good luck and don't hesitate to email me if you need to! (I def. needed encouragement and an ear as I went through this!!)

My son hated being on his tummy too. One thing I would try is giving her lots of tummy time during the day. She may not love it at first, but it will get her used to it and help her learn to roll back over. It's also really good for her motor development to be on her tummy during the day.

Good luck!

Hi there--

My daughter is now 17 months old and she has slept on her tummy since she was about that age. I know that doctors do not recommend they sleep that way due to SIDS. I have a close friend who is in the medical profession and he says its ok and they actually recommend it. But if she is comfortable then let her sleep on her tummy and you will get some rest as well. Especially if she continues to roll over on to her stomach, that probably means she is most comfortable that way. At first I was very worried that she would not breathe but after talking to my mom and grandmother, that is how I slept when I was a baby as well as my brother, sister, and that is how my mom and her 10 other bros/sis slept. They know when they have to breathe and if they do get in a predicament they know how to roll back over to catch their breath. While some people might not agree that is fine, everybody has their own opinion as far as what works and what doesn't work. I still sleep on my stomach, as does my daughter. She sleeps the best that way. I eventually took my bumper off b/c she learned to untie it!! all I have in her crib is her mattress, and a small pillow. Just take a deep breath and relax. I am sure once you figure out what the most comfortable way for your daughter to sleep everybody in your household will be getting more rest. I know its hard to not worry about her possibly rolling over and not being able to breathe but she understands it!! Good luck!

Hi J.! I understand your frustration, it's not that she's sleeping on her tummy, is that she cries because she rolls herself on her tummy. :( (My daughter hates being on her tummy too..) A friend of mine bought me this positioner for my shower, and I love it! http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2341851 It has eased my mind a lot. There's only been two times I think that she's had a crazy night, when I come in the morning she's scooted up out of it. The thing I'm not too sure about for you, is my daughter has been sleeping with it since I brought her home from the hospital, so your daughter might reject it. :/ But that would be the best adivce, I think..

Use a sleep positioner, along with a swaddler (such as the cuddle me swaddler by Kiddopottamus). Works like a charm.

I don't think she's at risk for SIDS if she can roll over by herself (All my girls have slept on their bellies or sides anyway because they WOULD NOT sleep on their backs and could raise their heads very well so I didn't make them sleep on their backs...)

This is a difficult time for sure but won't last long. They all go through the roll and wake stage.

Peaceful rest,
S., mom to four girls so far

We kept our little one in a small crib beside our bed until she was 6 months old. She did the same thing for a little while when she started rolling over (crying because she didn't like being on her stomach). But, since she was right next to the bed...all I had to do was reach over and roll her back over....and then go right back to sleep. Once she was able to roll back and forth both ways...it was not an issue. And...eventually she went to WANTING to sleep on her tummy. Like the other moms said...once they can roll over on their own...they are pretty safe from SIDS. And...I agree with the mom who said to tough it out. Once we moved my daughter to her own bed...there were a few times that she would cry wanting comfort...but we didn't go answer every call. She is 2 now...and she goes to bed like a champ...and sleeps all night great. If she is awake at night...we don't know it because she is quiet and goes back to sleep on her own.

Are there any medical reason why your baby can't sleep on her stomach? Both my kids (now 5 and &7) both slept on their stomachs as infants. Give her time to figure out how to get back on her back even when she seems frustrated. The more you help her over, the more time it will take her to figure it out on her own. I wouldn't worry unless she is rolling into an object that could interfere with her breathing like a pillow or blanket. You may end up checking on her more for the next few days, but she'll quickly learn how to roll back over by herself. Good luck!

J.,
I second the sleep positioner! They are a lifesaver!!!! Good luck!

~H.~

Hi. My son, who is now 8 months old had the same problem. When he started to roll over he would get on his stomach and get very upset, he would wake the whole house up. By this time he would not stay swaddled and I tried a positioner and he rolled out of it (I watched him). The only thing that I can tell you is that when he was able to roll back to his back we had peaceful nights again. Good luck.
H. B.

We used to use a little "positioner" which is made for babies to keep them on their backs in the crib. It's shaped like a "U" and keeps them happilly on their backs. Now this was almost 4 years ago but I bet they are still being made. Look at Burlington's or Baby's R Us. It's a terrific item.

My daughter also did not like being on her tummy so when she learned to roll over we had the same issue. She would roll to her belly and then wake up until we could get her turned back over. After a few days, I remember it was less than a week, she got used to it and stopped waking up.

Get the sleep positioner. Only problem is, my 5 month old(not yet rolling over) tends to "scoot" out of it. But if your daughter's issue is rolling over I think it would be a great idea.

J.,

I would consider getting the sleep positioner for the crib. They are very enexpensive and very worth having. I used one with both my girls and it is a blessing.

http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2308665

C. Perla

I have a a little girl about the same age(3 1/2 months) and she has just stared rolling on to her tummy as well. we put blankets around her kinda tucked undernearth her so as to not cause breathing problems and it has stopped her rolling during the night. just wait till ur lil girl is cutting her teeth( its a great and horrible time) as my girl is doing it already