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5.5months old baby boy sleeping on stoma
Hi, I have one general query - my son is 5.5 months old now and during the day naps, he tries to sleep on stomach. So shall we let him sleep on the stomach for sometime??? Or how much time in a single stretch he can sleep on stomach??? Please advise.
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Hi , It's normal.
But make sure to burp before every nap.
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Dr. Tangade Vishal Bhanudas
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Pune
It's normal.
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Dr. Priya Daswani
Pediatrician
7 yrs exp
Nagpur
Hello,baby can sleep on stomach but not for long duration.Also check that baby nose is not blocked while sleeping..kindly consult in dear for further opinion..
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Rajkot
It's normal
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