greater risk of suffocation or low oxygen, particularly when the sleep environment contains unsafe bedding or soft surfaces.
This is why experts recommend putting babies to sleep on their backs—not on their stomachs or sides.
What About a Baby Spitting Up?
One common concern is:
“What if my baby spits up while sleeping on their back?”
According to the CDC, healthy babies are still recommended to sleep on their backs. Their anatomy and gag reflex help protect them from choking while sleeping in this position.
So, placing a baby on
