Stomach sleeping?

MotoOne · February 2013

Just curious if any of your los sleep on their stomach and when did you let them start? My ds is 7weeks old and sleeps great at night swaddled in his crib. Not so much during the day and I think he would sleep better on his stomach but I don't want to mess with his night time sleep as I'm not super comfortable with the stomach sleeping idea yet. Just wondering what your experience has been. Thanks!

momofmanyinthemitten · February 2013

There's a higher risk for SIDS on their belly. I didn't let DD sleep on her belly until she could get there on her own.

nichhollle · February 2013

Pretty much everything, including swaddling, increases the risk of SIDS, which is a VERY small risk. When it comes down to it, do what you think is best for your baby. My son LOVES sleeping on his side, which, YOU GUESSED IT, increases the risk of SIDS.

Here is an article from an organization that specializes in SIDS. The link is broken so I'm going to give you the website. Look for the article "Back to Sleep- What's a Parent To Do? Use the "search bar" to find it faster.

When is comes down to it, you're going to do your research and decide whats best for YOU.

oneyedsally · February 2013

Sometimes I put DD down for naps on her stomach in her crib if she is gassy. But ONLY if I can be in the room the whole time. I fold and put away her laundry, read catalogs or work on my knitting. If I have to use the bathroom I bring the monitor. She sleeps longer and it helps her get the gas out.

Kingston54 · February 2013

No belly sleeping until they can roll over and back on their own. Just not worth the risk. Unless you're going to be awake sitting right next to them.