How a Baby Pillow Helps Your Child Rest Better
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Most new moms already know that the youngest of infants do not need a baby pillow. Quilts and pillows can often be dangerous for newborns and small infants, and should only be used under a parents direct supervision. But in reality, many mothers end up sacrificing their babys comfort for safety longer than they actually need to.
When a baby is old enough, he or she will be safe using a baby pillow... and also quite a bit more comfy. Generally, doctors say that at the age of 12 months, when a child has gained some mobility, it may be time to give them a baby pillow. Though when to give your child a pillow is your choice, and many mothers wait several years, the truth is that giving one to your 12 month old (or older) child may really help him or her to sleep through the night. Why? Because an appropriately sized and shaped baby pillow can really help a baby to be more comfortable, and also help them to breathe more easily during the night.
Giving a Baby Pillow to a Toddler
Toddlers and older infants are more comfortable with a baby pillow than they are without. But just because it is generally safe to give your older infant or toddler a baby pillow does not mean that any kind of pillow will do. It is always important to think about your childs safety, of course, and grown up sized pillows can pose a danger to your toddler. Because even if your 1 to 4 year old gets around well, there is still a risk of him or her being smothered by a larger pillow.
So of course shopping for the right type of baby pillow for your baby is very important. As well as being a bit dangerous, grown up sized pillows are just plain uncomfortable for a baby or small child. A baby pillow, though, is perfectly proportioned to a young childs head and neck. With toddler sized dimensions, only twelve inches by sixteen inches, a baby pillow supports your child in just the same way an adult pillow supports an adult, but geared towards the angles and dimensions which are comfortable for a baby.
There are also a few additional considerations to make when you are looking into buying a baby pillow for your child. For instance, it is generally better to purchase a hypoallergenic baby pillow if possible. A hypoallergenic pillow will reduce the amount of allergens your child is exposed to as he or she sleeps, and will usually be of the highest quality. In addition, you should also look into buying a baby pillow with an easy to clean fabric. While a baby pillow with a plastic layer will be the simplest type to clean, the plastic layering may make your child feel overheated. Your best choice is a pillow with a high quality, long lasting fabric that is breathable, but easily wipes clean . Links to more Baby sleep pillow --
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