Sleep Pattern in babies

A good sleep is necessary for everyone. In the case of the newborn baby it sleeps nearly all through the day and night and wakes up only for the feeding. It is estimated that the baby sleeps for almost 22 hours a day. There is nothing wrong in this sleep pattern. In fact the time honoured belief that children grow up in their sleep is well founded. When the ligaments are relaxed during sleep, the chance for growth in length increases. Mothers and elders in the family often feel disturbed when the baby gets into the habit of sleeping prone. Remember it is normal for a new borne baby and a little older infant to sleep on their abdomen. In fact, it is safer and more comfortable for the baby to sleep this way. You may well encourage him to do so. It is always better that you should let your new borne sleep in a baby cot or crib by your bed side rather than to have him share your bed. There are several types of cradles available in the market. You may buy a collapsible one. It would keep serving your baby for some 2 or 3 years.