Can babies sleep on their side?

I totally understand the worry, especially when they keep turning. I tried adjusting his swaddle and placing tight bolster pillows on the sides, but actually, flat on the back on a firm mattress is the safest way. It just gives you peace of mind.

Generally, pediatricians highly recommend back sleeping to reduce the risk of SIDS. Once they are older and can roll back and forth easily, it is less of an issue. Definitely check with your pediatrician during the next vaccination visit to be absolutely sure.

In our times, we were very careful and always made the baby lie flat on the back. Sometimes a very soft, mustard seed pillow is used to support the head, but don't force side sleeping. Let the baby's body develop its own strength naturally first.

My daughter behaved like a professional acrobat in her sleep, constantly trying to turn. But yeah, let's keep them on their backs. Otherwise, you'll be awake all night acting as a human alignment supervisor, trust me!

My son used to love sleeping on his side, and it kept me awake for weeks. I learned that until they can roll back to their stomach and back on their own, we must place them on their backs. Just hang in there, this phase passes quickly.