![]() ![]() ![]() A very small number of babies will have to lie in a position other than on their back due to a medical condition. It is important that a baby is placed completely flat on their back.įront (prone) and side sleeping are known to increase the risk of SUDI and an infant should never be placed in either position for any sleep UNLESS instructed by a neonatologist or paediatrician. Why should babies sleep on their back?īack (supine) sleeping reduces the risk of SUDI and should be the only position infants are placed for all sleeps until they reach 12 months of age. ![]() It is important to make sure baby is lying on their back for every sleep, no matter what time and no matter how long you intend them to sleep for. This is one of the key things you can do to make your baby’s sleep time safe. Baby says “I sleep on my back and that is that” ![]()
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