Babies typically start rolling over between 4 and 7 months of age. The usual progression begins with rolling from tummy to back around 4 to 5 months, then rolling from back to tummy tends to follow between 5 and 7 months. By about 7 months, most babies can roll both ways confidently. Some babies may show signs of rolling as early as 3 months, but this is less common. Key signs that a baby is ready to roll include stronger neck and arm muscles, spending more time on their tummy, and increased curiosity about their surroundings. It's important to give babies supervised tummy time to help build the strength needed for rolling over. If a baby is not rolling over by around 6 to 7 months, it’s advisable to discuss this with a pediatrician, as every baby develops at their own pace. The ability to roll over is an important developmental milestone that precedes skills like sitting up and crawling. In summary:
- Start rolling tummy to back: 4–5 months
- Start rolling back to tummy: 5–7 months
- Most babies roll both ways by about 7 months
- Early signs may appear around 3 months but are uncommon
These milestones are general guidelines, and individual variation is normal.
