Baby Not Rolling

Most babies learn to roll during the first half of their first year, although the exact timing varies between children.

Before rolling, babies are usually developing important foundation skills such as bringing their hands together, turning their head freely to both sides, reaching for toys, lifting their head during tummy time, and shifting their weight from side to side.

If your baby is not attempting to roll, prefers lying in one position, appears stiff or floppy, or shows a strong preference for one side, a physiotherapy assessment may help determine whether additional support is needed.

Assessment may include evaluation of movement quality, muscle tone, strength, symmetry and overall motor development.

Children develop at different rates, and not every child who reaches a milestone later than expected has a developmental delay. A physiotherapy assessment can help provide clarity and reassurance. At Lumi Kids, this may include the Alberta Infant Motor Scale (AIMS), a standardised assessment that helps identify whether a child's motor development is tracking as expected for their age.