Patient's question:
I would like to ask, doctor, if children like to sleep on their stomachs, what should be paid attention to?Doctor's answer:
Many newborns prefer sleeping on their stomachs, as this position feels similar to the comfort of being inside their mother's womb, providing a sense of security. In the mother's uterus, fetuses are typically curled with their abdomen facing inwards and their back facing outwards. This is the most natural self-protective posture. When sleeping on their stomach, the body's more fragile and sensitive areas—the front chest, abdomen, and external genitalia—are concealed and protected, reducing susceptibility to external disturbances. It's akin to returning to the fetal position within the womb, which is why babies sleeping on their stomachs feel the most secure, sleep more soundly, and are less easily awakened. This sleeping position is also beneficial for the development of the baby's nervous system.