my baby is 22 days old. during night I feed him by side lying position. and he will go to sleep while feeding. since he is too young whether he can sleep on side lying position. if yes wat are the precautions to be taken.

1 Answer

Vritika AroraMom of a 5 yr old child4 years ago

A. yes he can in side lying position but make sure to feed from both sides. keep on changing sides after every 2-3 hours. do not cover the face with sheet. make sure the nostrils do not get blocked with your breast.

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