7 Month Old Suddenly Stopped Rolling Over?

Updated on March 20, 2015
J.R. asks from Tucson, AZ
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My son is 7 months and was rolling over like second nature since about 4 months. Every time I would lay him down in his crib on his back he would roll over to his tummy, changing his diaper he would always be attempting to reach/roll for something etc etc. he is also sitting independently, (army) crawling, babbling and loves standing/trying to pull himself up on me lately. A few days ago he literally stopped rolling over cold turkey. Like the kid lays there like a stuck turtle and doesn't roll...it's scaring me because it was like breathing to him before-did it without a thought and now nothing. Took him to the ped today and he did a physical and couldn't find anything wrong with him (Good muscle tone etc)and said sometimes kids have setbacks and he should pick up again shortly but I am FREAKED. The thoughts going through my head are nuts. Wondering if i should book an appt with a neurologist even though the ped said no need right now. Can anyone offer any advice or insight?

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So What Happened?

Thank you all so much for your responses!!! Really put my mind at ease he rolled over on Friday (5days later) and his first tooth broke skin Saturday! Still not rolling as frequently but he's really making huge strides in his crawling. I took him to another ped for a second opinion who examined him and told me he thought he was fine and a neurologist would be a waste of money. I guess I just need to tame my anxiety which is hugely triggered by my sons health. Thank you all for your input, bless

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M.G.

answers from Portland on

Mine did this. I wouldn't be alarmed. I think it's pretty common for babies to just stop doing something they've mastered - usually before they are about to tackle something new. Sometimes they lose interest too - only to pick it up again in a few weeks. That happened to us a lot.

A pediatrician would know if something were up. I wouldn't go booking an appointment with a neurologist at this point :)

I had walkers, who would decide they were done with walking, crawlers who decided they could only go backwards (after having crawled forward for weeks), etc.

I know - we all worry about this stuff but I think he's fine. I have a friend who's child just never got into rolling over. He's a bright 8 year old now :)

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T.N.

answers from Albany on

Hi J., I can't say I remember my kids doing this specific thing, but I do remember (many) other setbacks. Like after they'd been walking with success they suddenly decided they'd rather crawl instead, or once consistently potty trained, had a number of unexplained accidents. Then went right back to it.

So, if you haven't noticed any other setbacks (like he used to look towards you when you call him and now he doesn't), why not give it a little more time since your ped is not concerned?

It is a little scary, I remember.

:)

Just found this: http://www.mamapedia.com/questions/5449769386598465537

And this: http://www.babycenter.com/400_why-did-my-baby-stop-rollin...

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S.G.

answers from Los Angeles on

Sometimes when my kids were working on a new skill they would stop doing the old tricks in favour of the new.

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M.H.

answers from Dallas on

If he still doing everything else you mentioned (babbling, army crawling, pulling up) I wouldn't worry about it at all.

Easier said than done, I know :)

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A.B.

answers from Pittsburgh on

If he has been vaccinated recently or is on any medications, I would consider the timing of these things as well. There are no medications that are tested safe for children and some are extremely sensitive to the ingredients. In the case of vaccinations, many contain aluminum which can cause neurological issues in some babies. If you think there is anything to the timing, let the dr know.

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D.B.

answers from Boston on

I know it's upsetting when our little ones suddenly change. If your child has no other symptoms of anything odd, I'd guess it's just a normal phase. Sometimes when they are moving into the next stage of development, some activities kind of go dormant. My son was an early walker but a late talker. He finally said his first word at about 12 months, but then NOTHING. Sounds, responding to me, all that, but not one word. I was concerned of course but the doctor said that usually kids with problematic delays are delayed in other areas as well. I'm guessing that your child is just getting ready for a new skill or interest, he's taking in the world around him, he may be going through a growth spurt, or he may have some odd new feelings somewhere else (teething, maybe??). I'm sure he's going to transition into something else very soon. If he's alert, his muscle tone is good, he's eating, etc., I'm sure he's going to be fine. It's so very hard not to worry, but given no other symptoms, please don't freak out. Kids sometimes pick up on parental anxiety, and it gets them sort of nervous themselves. That may make them a little afraid or unwilling to try something new (or, in this case, something old that changes his perspective on the world).

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C.S.

answers from Las Vegas on

You can always get a second opinion, which would be better for you because you seem pretty worked up...understandably so.

Meanwhile, does he have other muscle control? Normal arm and leg movement, follows with eyes, sits within reason, holds toys, reaches.

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