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Can a newborn sleep on the left side

2025-01-20 16:46:34
Hi My baby girl is 20 days old. Whenever I make her sleep on back she makes noises and passes lots of gas. I make sure she burps after every feed. But when I make her sleep on the left side she sleeps peacefully. So can I make a newborn sleep on the left side instead of the back.
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No issues with sleeping on either of side but jf u find any blockage in nose please put nasal saline drops and also burp for 20min atleast after each feed before lying the baby down

Answered2025-01-21 18:05:57

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Baby can sleep on lateral position but make sure after every feed baby should burp and keep baby on shoulder for 20-25 min for burping

Answered2025-01-21 11:16:21

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Yea for sure

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Hii No not required to make the baby sleep on left side Check for the noisy breathing if it is so it may indicate nose blockage put saline nasal drops 2 drops on both nostril if does not relieved consult nearby paediatrician for physical examination.

Answered2025-01-21 11:20:44

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Yes you can

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