Your baby needs to able to roll in both directions before they can make the switch Why cannot babies sleep on their stomachs Some babies refuse to sleep when you place them on their backs. Why do you have to put them on their back, anyway Putting your baby to sleep on their back is the only safe way to sleep. But why is back sleeping so important? And when can you let them flip to their tummy Overheating If your baby is on their belly, their warm breath could collect around their face and head. It’s easy for your baby to get too hot, and they can’t reposition themselves to cool off. Young infants who sleep on their stomachs are at risk for hyperthermia, or a high body temperature Suffocation Speaking of baby’s breath, babies who sleep on their stomachs may be more likely to suffocate. Keep any blankets, pillows, stuffed animals or bumpers out of their crib or bassinet. Any of these objects can lead to suffocation, so wait until your child is 12 months old before you use them. Many newborns and infants prefer the feeling of being on their tummies. And newborns have a startle reflex, known as the Moro reflex, that can wake them up more easily when they’re on their backs. Swaddle. “Most newborns are happier in a swaddle,” “It feels more like being in the womb.” Use a thin swaddle blanket to make a snug baby burrito. But watch your baby: When they can roll onto their side or stomach, it’s time to stop swaddling. Try white noise. Turn on a fan or white noise machine to drown out sounds that could startle your baby awake. “Preventing the startle reflex as much as possible can make it easier for your baby to fall asleep and stay asleep on their back
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