Infant Sleeping In Car Seat
by Olga
I'm very happy I ran across your site-I've found it very helpful indeed. This time I have a concern I'd love to share with you and other new mothers: My 2
month old daughter falls asleep and has a good 2-4hs sleep only in her car seat... I worry if it's safe for her backbone and health in general...
I'd really appreciate your opinion and advice.
Baby Help Line Response:
Hi Olga!
Thank you for your kind words about Easy Baby Life.
I understand your concerns and actually the advice on this issue are conflicting! Many pediatricians recommend that you move your baby to a flat position at least after a couple of hours to not put strain on their backs.
Others now say that as long as the baby seems to be
comfortable everything is fine.. There really is no clear research on this matter.
Not much help for a concerned parent!
If I were you I'd definately let my baby sleep for 2
hours in the car seat as long as you are around and awake. But probably not for as much as 4 hours
per day. Just to be on the safe side.
If you are worried that your baby will wake up when
you move her to her crib or stroller, try first lifting her leg and see if it is completely relaxed.
If it is, she is more likely to be in deep sleep and
hence less likely to wake up by being moved.
Does this make sense to you?
/Paula
