Maybe there are some parents feel comfortable when sleeping in the same bed with the baby. In fact, this habit must be avoided because it can pose a dangerous risk to your child. What are the dangers if the baby sleeps with parents?
One of the dangerous risks that often occurs when babies sleep in the same bed with their parents is sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) or what we know as sudden death syndrome in infants.
Linkages Sleeping with Babies and the Risk of SIDS
Some parents think sleeping in the same bed with their baby can strengthen the inner bond. It is true, but Mother needs to understand that this will be safer to do when the baby is over the age of 1 year. It also remains with caution and with regard to several things.
If your child is under 1 year old, it is not recommended for you to sleep in the same bed with him. The danger can arise when Mother unconsciously turned around and hit the Little One. This can obstruct the breathing path and squeeze it. In fact, the Little One can fall out of bed because of Mother's body shifted. Of course this is dangerous because it can increase the risk of sudden death (SIDS).
Actually, in addition to bedtime habits, there are several factors that increase sudden death syndrome in infants, namely babies born to mothers who smoke, drink excessive amounts of alcohol, take drugs during pregnancy and after childbirth, and have families who have had SIDS.
Well, because one of the causes of sudden death syndrome in infants is the habit of sleeping in the same bed with their parents, doctors do not recommend parents to sleep with the baby in the same bed, especially if the baby is still less than 4 months old.
How to Sleep with a Safe Baby
If you really want to sleep with your child, then there are some things that must be considered to reduce the risk of babies experiencing sudden death syndrome, including:
- If the baby is less than 4 months old, you should avoid sleeping in the same bed, but you can still sleep in the same room as the baby with a bed or bed that has been specially prepared for him. Not recommended to place hard and soft objects, such as toys, dolls, bolsters, in the area of his bed.
- If you are sleeping in the same bed as your little one, make sure the sleeping position is supine and don't let the baby sleep on his stomach. Also make sure the clothes you wear are comfortable and not too thick so that your little one doesn't get too hot. When your little one sleeps, don't cover his head, Mother.
- Avoid sleeping in the same bed with your little one if you are very tired, after consuming alcohol, or using drugs that cause drowsiness or sleep soundly.
- Make sure the room and bed environment is clean, comfortable, warm and free from cigarette smoke.
That is an explanation of the dangers of sleeping in the same bed as a baby you must know and how to minimize the risks. If your child is under 1 year old, it is safer if he sleeps in his own bed. But if your child becomes difficult to sleep or wake up often, do not hesitate to consult with your doctor, Mother.
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