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Is it safe for my 2 1/2 month old daughter to sleep on her stomach if there is nothing in the crib in front of her face?
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No: It increases the risk of SIDS
Answered 1/31/2021
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No: Prone sleeping was the norm starting around the 1920's based on untested theories on safety.By the 1990's data had surfaced that pointed to it as a consistent factor in crib death (SIDS).Since the BACK TO SLEEP campaign in the 90's we have seen a 40% drop in SIDS cases.If you prone sleep your baby you are placing her at that risk.
Answered 6/28/2016
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