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Positions and Information |
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When sleeping, several reports indicate that the prone position (on the stomach) seems to help babies with reflux. However, most parents are aware of the "Back to Sleep" campaign which encourages parents to place babies on their back to prevent SIDS. Therefore, do not place your baby in the prone position without first consulting your doctor. My son just happened to be the most comfortable and slept the longest when on his tummy. I determined this after putting him on his stomach for daytime naps and sitting right next to him and watching him the entire time. Because this seemed to work better for him, I consulted with my doctor and she ordered an apnea monitor for him. This monitor kept track of his heart rate and respirations while he slept, so that an alarm would go off if a problem arose. He was always hooked up to the monitor when he slept on his stomach. Although this position helped him, he would still occasionally wake up in the mornings in a pool of spit-up. I therefore decided to invest in a reflux wedge/sling. This wedge allowed my son to sleep on his stomach at an angle. It worked wonders for my son. It was somewhat expensive, but worth every penny. Again, before changing the sleeping position of your baby, be sure to consult with your doctor first! |
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| NOTE: The information on this page is not exhaustive and complete accuracy is not guaranteed. Please consult your doctor with any questions you may have regarding the treatment of your child. |
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Additional Links for Sleeping Information The Infant Seat as Treatment for Gastroesophageal Reflux Positioning for Prevention of Infant
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