Start when your baby shows signs of rolling or trying to roll
Choose one transition method
Gradually free one arm for a few nights
Free both arms once your baby adjusts
Use a sleep sack instead of a swaddle
Keep the sleep routine consistent
Use the same bedtime cues each night
Expect a few nights of disrupted sleep
Avoid tight wrapping once rolling begins
Place baby on the back for sleep
Stop swaddling completely if baby rolls over
Use a safe crib or bassinet with no loose bedding
Check that the sleep sack fits properly
Be consistent with naps and nighttime sleep
Offer extra soothing during the transition
Follow your pediatrician’s guidance if needed