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Well, first of all, both my kids definitely were able to roll over and sleep on their tummies by 5.5 months, so I can't really say that the tummy sleeping thing is unusual.

That said, if you believe he was PLACED on his tummy, I think its something that's probably easily checked on a security camera (I assume most centers have those nowadays). I would probably just tell the director you found your child sleeping on his tummy, he's never done that at home and you've never observed him rolling, so that you're concerned he was placed that way. If he did it himself, then fine, but you want to make sure he was not placed that way. I would ask her to check the camera around an hour or two before you picked him up to see who put him to sleep and to also reiterate to the staff that the kids should not be put to sleep on their bellies.

@Jennibenni: I don't think there's really much to strategize here--I'd talk to the director first thing in the morning and express your rightful concern (and I'm sure you won't have a problem communicating how much you're concerned) and ask her to get straight to the bottom of what happened and what can be done about it.

I know it's unlikely, but it is *possible* he turned over himself, especially if you've seen him trying--and especially if they're doing something different at daycare, like not swaddling, or maybe just being in a much more stimulating environment motivated him. My girlfriend's baby just fully turned herself over at 2.5 (!!!) months. And it's all getting hazy but 5.5 months is slightly on the later side for turning over, isn't it? So just throwing it out there that maybe your little boo is the culprit

For what it’s worth, my younger son rolled in his crib multiple times before he rolled on solid ground. I think it’s easier because the mattress has some give to it.

@Jennibenni: my kids def rolled over in crib at that age! I do think you can ask to see a camera though or talk to whoever put him down for nap to clarify. Also maybe he’ll surprise you and when he wakes up in the morning you’ll know!

There were several things my LO did at daycare before he did them at home. It happens. What I have learned from all my interactions with daycare teachers and directors is that they expect and are prepared for questions from parents. Just ask what happened.