Even though research shows that it is safer for your LO on their backs which do you do? If your LO sleeps better on their stomachs do you leave them in that position? I am a firm believer or thought I was of having LO on her back. Lately she hasn't been sleeping well because of gas issues which keep her up and fussy. I was so tired from her not sleeping well the other night. My boyfriend told me to go into the other room to rest. When I woke up I found her sleeping on her stomach. I yelled at him for doing that, but he said she wouldn't shut up and once in that position she was quiet. He told me too that he did this with his other children and they are fine. I was nervous but she looked peaceful. He did it again today and at first I kept moving her to see if she was okay. When I saw that she was then I relaxed. Am I correct in worrying about her on her tummy? I told my boyfriend once she is moved to her crib she will only be on her back. Any advice or opinions are welcomed. TIA
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This exactly! I think it has actually helped her with her head and neck control.
DD would only sleep on her back for 30-40 minutes after 2 weeks. We weren't able to get the Angelcare monitor for a few weeks so she slept in our room in the PNP. I was put at ease a little more with her right next to me until we could get the monitor. Most important decisions are difficult to make since everyone has their own opinions on the matter but do what you feel is right and best for you and your child.
Our baby has a lot of gas and I let him sleep on his back in a baby recliner. It really helps him push the gas out. Our pedi says that as long as the baby is secure (no chance of bouncing out of the seat and use the safety belt) it would be fine.
We just moved him back to his crib but I have a few receiving blankets folded up under one end so he still has a slight recline to help him feel comfy.
Also I started giving him mylicon drops before each night time feed and that really helps. I forgot to give it once and he was fussing and grunting after that. Mylicon is the brand name, it's active ingredient is simethicone also sold as infant gas drops. Also the paci helps him sleep better and if the baby keeps it in his mouth by himself it helps to reduce the risk of SIDS.