Early Rolling And Fascial Tension
Is your baby rolling early?
Did you know that your baby’s milestones can be influenced by increased fascial tension, infant reflux and oral restrictions?
Rolling Milestones
Babies typically begin rolling over from back to tummy and tummy to back between 4-6 months. However, early rolling (before 4 months) can sometimes be a sign of increased fascial tension.
Signs to Look Out For:
If your baby has increased fascial tension, reflux symptoms or oral restrictions (or all of the above), they might start rolling earlier than expected.
Here are some key indicators:
Infant Reflux:
Babies with reflux often arch their backs, which can lead to early rolling. Other symptoms include:
Frequent spit-ups/vomiting (or silent reflux)
Irritability during/after feeding
Back arching
Feeding difficulties
Sleep issues
Fascial Tension:
Other signs include:
Clenched fists
Banana shape or C-shaped curve through their whole body
Toe curling or zig-zag toes
Furrowed brow
Head tilt or head preference to one side
Dislikes car seat or lying flat
Oral restrictions, including tongue-tie
Early Head Control:
If your newborn holds their head up early, it might be due to tight fascial tissue, not necessarily advanced development.
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What You Can Do
Osteopathy/bodywork: To reduce fascial tension and address birth strain/restriction.
Seek a thorough assessment for oral restrictions.
Work with an orofacial myologist to improve your baby's orofacial function.
Symptom management for reflux to make them more comfortable (e.g., a more upright position post-feed).
Exclude other causes of reflux, such as CMPA or other allergy/food sensitivity.
Modification of tummy time: To make it more comfortable for babies with reflux (e.g., on an incline).
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