rock n play overnight?

pshaortao · September 2014

Our LO is five days old now and she is so incredibly fussy in the crib and has the tendency to spit up within a half hour of feeding. We got a rock n play awhile ago only to be told by pediatricians that she should not sleep in it without supervision.

I'm curious about other moms experience on this. I know a lot of you use the RnP.
Do you use the rock n play for night sleeping or daytime only? Do you go by what your ped says if they say anything about her sleeping situation? If they said no incline whatsoever, did you choose to ignore the advice?

Jenner37 · September 2014

We used ours with DD for about 4 months over night. It was honestly a god sent.

ashleyb1114 · September 2014

With my DD, we used it overnight pretty much until she started turning. It helped with the spitting up and she seemed to sleep much better in it for the most part. Love that thing!

chardonnay24 · September 2014

We used it overnight for several months without issues. We plan on using it again for #2.

suitern · September 2014

It was a life saver for number 1, I wonder why your pedi said that?

Ahlome08 · September 2014

The reason that drs say no incline, is because it can constrict their airways and cause them to suffocate. Yes, it's not a for sure thing that it would happen, but why increase your chances? It's the same reason they say not to let them sleep In their carriers too long. It just out extra, unnecessary compression on their little chests.

hizah05 · September 2014

We used it for 5 months with my older son. It's the only thing he would sleep in. We kept it right next to the bed the whole time as well. I'm trying not to use it with this one though. I just want him to be able to sleep flat!

teenybean · September 2014

Didn't have one of those specifically, but I say if it's safe and baby give you needed sleep, roll with it! We've all been there.

pshaortao · September 2014

Ahlome08 said:
The reason that drs say no incline, is because it can constrict their airways and cause them to suffocate. Yes, it's not a for sure thing that it would happen, but why increase your chances? It's the same reason they say not to let them sleep In their carriers too long. It just out extra, unnecessary compression on their little chests.

That's right, that's what they've told us. I was surprised by how strongly they advised against it, especially after hearing so about how amazing the RnP is from so many other moms in the last few months. Did you choose to stick to sleeping on the back? Have you had any problems with sleeping or spit ups?

MrsLaLaBug · September 2014

We are sleeping in it! No issues here either.

Ahlome08 · September 2014

pshaortao said:

Ahlome08 said:
The reason that drs say no incline, is because it can constrict their airways and cause them to suffocate. Yes, it's not a for sure thing that it would happen, but why increase your chances? It's the same reason they say not to let them sleep In their carriers too long. It just out extra, unnecessary compression on their little chests.
That's right, that's what they've told us. I was surprised by how strongly they advised against it, especially after hearing so about how amazing the RnP is from so many other moms in the last few months. Did you choose to stick to sleeping on the back? Have you had any problems with sleeping or spit ups?

I'm a FTM and still pregnant here, but my cousins used them. It's just risky. Sure, 9/10 times nothing happens, baby is fine. But why risk it? It's just like how they say do not use bumpers, because they increase the risk of SIDS. Sure, I've known plenty of people who've been just fine with using crib bumpers, and then there are several who wished they never would've used them. It's your choice, your baby, and many moms say it really helps both them and baby sleep. IMHO I would sleep less, after my dr told me not use one. Different drs will tell you different things, but safety standards change so frequently it's hard to keep up. In the end, you'll be the one to make the decision, I'm just saying from all the drs my friends/ family members have been to, they say don't use them except for during the day when you can keep an eye on them.

Groxb · September 2014

It's tough. My Ped says no. However, she has horrible reflux and gas pains when she's in her cosleeper flat. She sleeps like, well, a baby in her R&P. Is it a higher risk than flat? Yes. Is it a HUGE risk? No. It's a decision you'll have to make as a Mom. I'm still not 100% settled on my decision to have her in it at night and will keep trying her flat, but it sure is nice to have.

jortiz780 · September 2014

We been using it every night since she was born (for 2 weeks now). It's right next to me at night and we love it.

StefanyaMarie · September 2014

With my first, the small flap over his throat hadn't hardened completely so he spit up a lot the first couple weeks. My ped recommended having him slightly inclined since he was spitting up a lot. We used his swing because we didn't have a RnP. This time we bought one for not only that but also because I want him in our room for a couple weeks (until I go back to work) and the crib and PnP don't fit in our tiny bedroom. I say use it.

Daisy1232 · September 2014

The concern is that their airway is more constricted in an inclined position, like their head could flop forward bc they don't have neck control and that could affect their breathing. I was all about getting one for next to the bed, but decided to get a flat bassinet because I knew I would worry having read about the risks. I have heard that they are great though, so I could cave and get one if my little guy hates the bassinet.

jg1011 · September 2014

My DS1 slept in it overnight for first 4 months or so at first bc we were our of our hime due to Hurricane Sandy and then bc of reflux. While pedi said it wasn't ideal she understood that it was the only thing that worked (and he never slept through the night!). This LO is in co sleeper to start but if I had to switch him, I would.

jmolr · September 2014

jwhipple05 said:

I planned on LO sleeping in a RnP as well. Do all of you strap your LO's in?

We didn't because he needed to be swaddled at first. Once we ditched the swaddle we did strap him in

megs2011 · September 2014

My twins spent their first 6 weeks at home sleeping in vibrating rocking chairs. Dh and I took shifts for the first couple months bc it took so long to bottle fees them. The person with the twins was in the livingroom with them. We didn't move them to a crib till they got congested and needed a vaporizer.

sheluvs2travel · September 2014

I've heard they are a lifesaver for little ones with reflux. I had no idea that some pedis don't recommend them!

pshaortao · September 2014

I had another follow up appointment to make sure she was gaining weight and talked to the pedi that was around. She was understanding that we choose to switch to the RnP since she's so much better in it and does not spit up at all. She said that a flat surface is recommended for better spinal development. She said nothing about obstructed airway whatsoever. She recommended at least a couple hours flat on her back during the day.

CplusJ=S · September 2014

It all boils down to what you are comfortable with. We bed share with our newborn and toddler and feel completely safe in doing so. My toddler sleeps between my husband and I and my newborn sleeps in the crook of my arm on the other side between me and the bed rail. If the pedi knew this I would definitely get a lecture. Both of my children are nursing and I know that having them close helps regulate their breathing. You are the mother. Follow your instincts and do what works best for your baby.

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