2006-09-13 18:39:57 · 19 answers · asked by Shannon E 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
ALWAYS ON THEIR BACK because laying them on their stomach causes SIDS - Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
2006-09-13 18:41:43 · answer #1 · answered by sexy_lil_woman 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Looks like you're asking 2 questions. As for when to put baby down to sleep - it depends on how old the baby is. For newborns that aren't yet on a predictable schedule, look for the first signs of sleepiness - waning energy, the first yawn or eye rubbing. At the first sign, it's time to go down. When baby gets a little older, they'll usually settle into a predictable routine, so you'll be guided a little more by the clock than by baby's cues. Newborns will typically cycle through a feeding-playing-sleeping cycle several times a day, before settling into a 2-nap-a-day routine, which then morphs into one nap as they become toddlers.
As for the position, like everyone else said - back to sleep. At a certain age, baby will be able to roll over independently and that's okay, but until one year of age you should always put baby down on her back. The likelihood of SIDS decreases significantly after one year (it also peaks at 2-4 months.).
2006-09-15 08:14:44 · answer #2 · answered by weez 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most people here say on their backs which is what I did with my first . The problem is they develop a flat spot on the back of their heads as they turn their neck and favor one spot. My boy had this but luckily not too bad. A friend of mine son had it quite severe and you could really notice his mis shaped head. I was later told it was important to turn the baby so this wouldnt happen. I used to put him on his side with a pillow behind his back. I know the dangers of sids its mentioned a lot. However its now only becoming prevalent of the number of babies that develop these flat spots,some who have to wear these special helmets so their head will grow in proportion. Maybe let your baby sleep on his back at night and during the day put him on his sides. I did that with my second and had no problems. Good luck.
2006-09-13 20:46:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Put them on their back, to decrease the liklihood of SIDS.
I had heard the risk of SIDS isn't totally gone until about age one. I was worried about this when the baby started to roll over at 3-months, so we used a sleep positioner and I'd nudge her back onto her back if I saw her flipped over.
At our 6-month check-up I asked my ped and he said by the time they are able to roll on their own not to worry too much if you find them on their side or tummy when you return. (So we ditched the sleep positioner - she could escape it in a heartbeat at that point anyway.)
Strong healthy babies with no respiratory concerns apparently have strong enough neck muscles and instinct to move if they can't breathe by that point.
I was still diligent about making sure there weren't puffy blankets, toys or thick bumpers in the crib that she could press her face up against though.
2006-09-13 19:09:46 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should lay your baby on its back. The baby might get its face buried in the bed if you lay them on their belly. There is also a thing that you can buy at the store called a positioner that you can place your baby on. The positioner lets you put your baby on its side or on its back and the baby can't roll over. I had one for by my baby and they are great. I suggest that you buy one.
2006-09-13 18:51:41 · answer #5 · answered by teddybear 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
SIDS say definitely on the baby's back. Make sure he/she can't slip down under the blankets and keep all stuffed toys etc away from him. There is really no need for a pillow.
2006-09-13 18:43:25 · answer #6 · answered by meggettie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
According to the birthing class we just went to, on the back for sleeping. That's for newborns, who are at risk for SIDS. I'm not sure at what age that changes, but for newborns and infants remember "back to sleep".
2006-09-13 18:45:14 · answer #7 · answered by T 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should place a baby on its back to sleep.
2006-09-13 18:48:07 · answer #8 · answered by tina m 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
BACK, BACK BACK...feet to foot (as they say), in other words, make sure that there feet are right down by the bottom of the cot (or wherever your putting them) and make sure that any blankets are either tucked in so that they can't pull them up over themselves....enjoy your peace and quiet.
2006-09-13 21:20:31 · answer #9 · answered by aza 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you are supposed to put them on their back, but let me tell you when your baby can roll around they'll choose how they want to lay. my second daughter started sleeping on her stomach after she learned how to roll around. I would be a nervous wreak all night turning her over onto her back or side just for her to roll back onto her stomach. she's ten months now and she's perfect. but for as long as you can control it, put her on her back. sleep tight! also remember no fluffy bedding or blankets in the crib! ^.~
2006-09-13 19:05:43 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋