Medical experts have concluded that the safest way for an infant to be asleep is on their backs. It helps reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Unfortunately this can cause a common problem of having a flattened spot on the back of their head which is still soft and pliable.
There is a product that alleviates this problem. It is the baby sleep pillow. The baby sleep pillow is specially designed to cushion the infant’s head in comfort in memory foam. Memory foam has been successfully used in mattresses, mattress covers and pillows for relief of back pain. It is called memory foam because it takes on the form of your body while lying on it and then returns to its original state. This cradles the body and relieves any pressure points.
The baby sleep pillow has been proven to reduce the risk of SIDS. The positioner helps to keep babies sleeping on their backs throughout the night. Since the memory foam cradles their bodies, they feel safe and secure as it positions the infant as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatricians. It evenly distributes the weight of the infant, preventing the backs of their heads to be flattened.
The baby sleep pillow and the side supports adjust to hold the infant in place are completely washable. It is made of flame retardant foam, and has dual wedges for firm back and side support. The dual wedges form a 45 degree angle for better positioning and support. The baby sleep pillow comes with a soft and comfortable cotton cover that unsnaps to remove the foam for washing and drying. The baby sleep pillow is designed to be used on babies from newborn to six months of age and should be discontinued once they can roll over onto their stomach without assistance.
With a baby sleep pillow, they can rest in comfort and safety. It’s specially designed features will help you rest easier too.
As an added safety precaution, always make sure the infant’s crib is clear of stuffed animals, pillows, toys and bulky blankets. Also make sure crib sheet is securely in place. This will help guard against accidental suffocation. Another reason the crib should be kept clear of these items is that they could contain materials they might be allergic to that could cause breathing problems. Bulky items such as pillows and stuffed animals can be a breeding ground for dust mites, which are well known allergic culprits in the home.