Flipping over during sleep

[Smiles]

Out of interest does anyone know up to what age SIDs is still considered a risk factor?
I always assumed it would be mainly for the first few months and then once they can lift their head or roll over it was no longer an issue?

 

[sorchului]

I have a related question:

My 7 months old baby does not know how to flip over yet. Is that rare?

 

[Sazzy]

SIDS also relates to overheating and not just suffocating. I think that the age is 6 months.

Remember - babies are survivors and they will move their heads if they cant breathe. Just make sure that there are no teddies etc that can get in their way.

 

[Shenzhennifer]

Out of interest does anyone know up to what age SIDs is still considered a risk factor?
I always assumed it would be mainly for the first few months and then once they can lift their head or roll over it was no longer an issue?

I read that 90% of cases happen before the 6th month, when they don`t have as much control over their bodies.

 

[Shenzhennifer]

I have a related question:

My 7 months old baby does not know how to flip over yet. Is that rare?

Does your baby sleep in a crib? Mine slept in a hammock til 6 months and I think it really inhibited his abilities to roll over since he just didn`t have the space. According to all the developmental milestone stuff I have read, however, babies should be turning over by then. But then again, each baby is different, right? If you`re concerned, I would bring your baby to the doctor for a check up about that.

 

[starbucks2]

Hi

See the below article

Cot death (SIDS)

which says risk descreases at 5 - 6 months. Also lots of factors involved - premature baby, smokers etc. Have a read.

Sorchului - my baby didn't roll until about 9 months so don't worry. I remember a friend saying to me that she was certain that almost every adult can roll over so she was sure my baby would get it eventually! Of course she was right and it helped me to have some perspective. Of course, if you are concerned, see your doctor but I am sure your baby is fine.

SB2

 

[PurpleFlower]

Something I found on the Babycenter website, under the "when to be concerned" section:

If your baby hasn't figured out how to flip one way or the other by the time he's about six months old and isn't showing any interest in getting around by any other means, bring it up the next time you talk to your doctor or health visitor. Babies develop skills differently, some more quickly than others - and some babies never really take to rolling over - but if your child hasn't moved on to sitting and trying to scoot or crawl instead, ask your doctor about it. Keep in mind that premature babies may reach this and other milestones later than their peers.

So, I guess have a look at the whole picture, rather than just pinpointing on the one milestone? What does your baby do when you put him/her on their tummy?

 

[sorchului]

Shenzhennifer, starbucks 2, Purple Flower

Thanks for your advice. I just have to wait when my bb learns to flip over. Meanwhile I will give her tummy time and time to play on the mat. Hope that helps.

She is not sitting up either but loves to stand with support.

 

[carang]

if your baby is strong enough to flip over, he/she is strong enough to move his/her head when sleeping. suffocating should not be a problem. you do NOT need to wake up to flip them back...in a few weeks, you would be getting up dozens of times per night.

 

[lesliefu]

I have a related question:

My 7 months old baby does not know how to flip over yet. Is that rare?

don't worry...my baby did not flip till about 9months...now whenever we put her down for belly time, all she ever does is flip - left and right! i guess you just have to be more vigilant at this age when they sleep...check to see if your baby turns his/ her head to the side when on the back...if so, you don't need to worry too much...