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In the first few years of your baby's rapid growth, it is really a very important thing for them to "sleep well". It can be said that sleeping is the top priority of your baby.
In terms of baby sleep, many mothers only pay attention to how to let the baby sleep well, how not to wake up on the ground, as long as the baby can fall asleep well. But often ignore this point when it comes to sleep, I have to mention the pillow, this is not, pulled a few mothers asked, there are so many doubts:
Does your baby want to sleep on a pillow?
When does your baby start sleeping on the pillow?
How to choose a baby pillow?
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Today, I will talk to you about baby pillows.
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Does your baby want to sleep on a pillow?
Yes, but not prematurely.
When does your baby start sleeping on the pillow?
The American Pediatric Association has pointed out that it is not recommended to use pillows for babies under 1 year old, nor should pillows be placed on cribs.
Newborn babies, with their spine and neck straight, have formed physiological curvatures that do not already form like adults. If you give the baby a pillow at this time, it will cause some pressure on the baby's cervical spine.
Babies under 3 months of age have not yet developed neck curl. At this time, whether the baby is lying flat or lying on his side, his head and body are at the same level, and he does not need a pillow, and it will be uncomfortable to use a pillow.
In general, babies after the age of 1 can start using pillows. Around 18 to 24 months, the baby's small neck begins to have a tendency to "bend", it is recommended to introduce pillows during this time period!
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Why isn't it recommended to give your baby a pillow too early?
It is not recommended that your baby start sleeping on the pillow too early for two main reasons:
Your baby's mobility is limited, and if you sleep on a pillow for your baby, it may cause him to be unable to turn his head or bury his head in the pillow, bringing a choking hazard to the baby.
Newborns don't need pillows because when they lie flat, the back and the back of their heads are on the same plane, which doesn't cause muscle tension, so whether he sleeps flat or sideways, he naturally doesn't need a pillow.
The purpose of the pillow is to support the physiological curvature of the neck, which is gradually formed during the baby's growth.
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How to choose a baby pillow?
From birth to adulthood, the physiological curve of the baby's cervical curvature is constantly changing, and the cervical curvature of the baby at different ages is not the same, so the height of the pillow should also be selected and replaced with the baby's development.
In a word, babies can't use adult pillows, nor can they sleep from small to large with a pillow.
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How can I tell if the pillow height is right for your baby?
The simple criterion for judging is that after the baby pillow is put on the pillow, whether lying on his side or lying flat, the baby's head and body can maintain the same level.
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How to choose the texture of the pillow?
From a safety point of view, too soft pillows may become the baby's "invisible killer".
The American Academy of Pediatrics does not recommend using items that are too fluffy for babies, including pillows, scarves, toys, and mattresses that are too soft, waterbeds, sofas, etc.
Objects that are too soft can easily trap your baby's face in it, causing fatal choking and increasing the risk of sudden infant death syndrome .
Hard pillows are not good, in addition to discomfort, it is also easy to deform the baby's developed skull, resulting in flat heads, partial faces and so on.
The way to judge the softness of a pillow is also very simple:
If your baby's head is completely sunk into the pillow, it is too soft;
If the pillow cannot fit snugly against the baby's head and does not have obvious sagging, it is too hard and inappropriate.
Soft and moderate pillow, should be able to rebound quickly after hand pressure, the pillow has a certain sink, just close to the head and neck.
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What is the material of the pillow core?
The pillow core for the baby should not only consider good breathability, good moisture absorption (not easy to mold, germination), moderate softness and hardness, lightness, and easy cleaning.
It is more important to consider safety, and should choose a material that is non-irritating, non-toxic and harmless, and has low sensitivity.
No formaldehyde, no odor, non-toxic and harmless, material safety full score √
Breathable, the pillow core is not easy to wet, it is not easy to breed bacteria, mites, and it is not easy to mold and sprout, and the health and hygiene are √.
Therefore, like those mung beans, millet, wheat husks, etc., which have "Chinese characteristics", do not choose it, not only is it not suitable for soft and hard, but also easy to mold and sprout.
As for the pillowcase, generally choose the most ordinary cotton on it, safe, breathable and easy to clean.
The quality of your baby's sleep is really a big thing for the whole family. Especially the old mother, if the baby sleeps badly, she can't sleep well...
Finally, I hope that the hemp can choose the pillow they like for the baby and enjoy a good night's sleep