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Mom of a 7 yr 8 m old boy7 years ago

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does baby always sleep their legs and hands folded and never sleep straight?? my parents are highly concrned that he doesn't straight his legs and hands

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ExpertDr Disha PatelAyurvedic Physician7 years ago

A. Hello, Totally normal! It is completely normal for babies to sleep in the fetal position (folded legs and hands) for many weeks post delivery. They learn to straighten out in few weeks do not worry. it did not affect eithers bone structure. It helped them sleep better.

ExpertDr.Rasika ThosarPaediatric Intensivist7 years ago

A. it's totally normal at this age . it will improve eventually. 1Laying baby flat on tummy is tummy time. It can be done as early as day 1. tummy time should be done after 1 hour of feeding. baby should not be hungry, crying, or sleepy when you do it, do it for 1 minute everyday, slowly increase frequency and time if baby enjoys it. if baby starts crying , make him supine. encourage the baby while on tummy. it helps in relieving gases, strengthening neck and shoulder muscles.

priyanka sharmaMom of a 10 yr 2 m old boy7 years ago

A. it's too small wait after some time no issue no worry all baby same sleep pattern but time to time change...

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