Your baby's stronger neck and arm muscles may allow for rolling from back to tummy and over again, a milestone that will probably awe and amuse you. Your baby might adopt rolling as a primary mode of ground transportation for a while, or he or she may skip it altogether and move on to sitting, lunging, and crawling. As long as your baby continues to gain new skills and shows interest in getting around and exploring his or her environment, don't worry.
Rolling over can be fun for your baby, but it can also be nerve-racking for you. Keep a hand on your baby during diaper changes, and never leave him or her unattended on a bed or any other elevated surface.
Dressed for success
As your baby becomes more active, comfy clothes are a necessity. Opt for soft fabrics that won't chafe as he or she is moving around. Loose, stretchy, and breathable clothing is also smart as it provides your energetic little one plenty of wiggle room.
Avoid clothes with rough or scratchy seams; long ties, buttons, or bows (could be a choking hazard); and anything else that gets in the way of your baby's sleeping, crawling, playing, or other regular activities.
In your baby's diaper
Don't be surprised if your baby's stools change color and odor as soon as he or she starts eating even tiny amounts of solids. This is normal. (See our visual guide to baby poop to be sure.) If your baby's stools seem too firm, switch to other fruits and vegetables and oatmeal or barley cereal. (Rice cereal and bananas can be constipating.)