Putting your baby into sleep is better said than not. All parents know it. However, the real horror starts the moment you are having a hard time putting your baby, which will create many sleepless nights for parents especially during the toddler night waking routine. With the parents, particularly the moms desire to go catch some sleep, many of them aimed to put their baby's day sleep routine a successful one, making them sometimes tend to overlook some of the safe cautions when putting a baby into sleep.
Below are some of the common mistakes that parents should avoid when putting their baby into sleep.
- Allowing the baby to sleep on their stomach or side is a big no-no. Studies show that SIDS or Sudden Infant Death Syndrome is heavily related to stomach and side sleeping. The best thing that parents can do is to let their child sleep on his or her back. If this is not possible due to some trouble when in back-only position, parents should look for some ways like having a baby sleep position for a more comfortable sleep.
- Though it is sweet and tempting to do, parents should avoid the baby to go sleep with them on their bed especially if the baby is newborn because blanket, pillow, and even your body is a threat to the health of a baby that is still unable to rollover.
- Leaving the baby alone while sleeping is definitely not a good practice especially if the baby is sleeping on the floor, couch, or any dangerous parts of the house, for there might be a tendency for the bay to roll or for the family members and pets to step on the baby.
- Make it a habit to check labels from the baby's clothing to bedding's and make sure the item is flame retardant.
Avoiding the above-mentioned mistakes from happening will let your baby fall into sleep comfortably while giving you some peace of mind.
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