Patient's question:
I'm a new mom. When my baby was just born, my mother-in-law told me that the baby should sleep in various positions, alternating between side left, side right, and on their back. I feel it's cruel to force the baby to sleep in different positions, and I don't want to make the baby suffer. So, I told her to let nature take its course. She always says things like, "What if the baby's head grows unevenly when they get older?" What is the best sleeping position for a newborn baby?Doctor's answer:
According to your description, based on the advice of experts, the sleeping positions for infants, especially those under one year old, should alternate between three positions: prone (on the stomach), supine (on the back), and semi-recumbent. It is important not to keep the same position all day. If there is no one available to supervise at all times, it is best to base the position on prone, while when someone is present, the position should be based on supine. When the baby is sick (such as with a cold or fever), their strength and muscle tone may weaken, so it is still recommended to adopt the supine position. You should decide which position is most suitable for your child based on their characteristics and different situations, alternating to find the best position for their deep sleep.