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A 30-year-old female asked about a male:

My 5mth old rolls from back to belly when in crib. he can't roll back, cries loudly & doesn't turn head. crib is empty. is he safe sleep-faceplanting?

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Dr. Amandeep Kaur
Dr. Amandeep Kauranswered
Family Medicine 12 years experience
No: For a kid age less than 12 months, recommendation is to sleep on back. If baby is uncomfortable due to reflux, then discuss the management with physician.
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