Sleeping position?

Does anybody else’s newborn sleep in an odd position? Or can anyone tell me why my baby does this? It looks super uncomfortable and no matter how many times I readjust him he goes back into this same position. He favourites the left side as well, he never does this on the other side.

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Sleeping in this position can be a sign of reflux as it alleviates the pain. It can also be a tension issue.

As a side note it’s not safe to let a baby sleep in a bouncer or baby swing because of positional asphyxiation, which is even more important if sleeping in a position like this. I can’t tell if this is a bouncer but thought to add it just in case ❤️

He needs to be laid flat to sleep not in a bouncer or seat.

It can be a sign of tension in the neck. What sort of birth did you have? x

It could be trying to compensate for being in the bouncer and being too chin to chest, could be a sign of neck or body tension, or other medical issues. Or could just be comfy like that!

Babies need be on a flat surface with a fitted sheet for sleep. A moses basket or travel cot or floor mat are all good for downstairs

I’d maybe look into visiting an osteopath. C-sections can cause tension in their bodies and an osteopath can assess and release any tension ☺️ they look a little cutie 🥰 xx

What is he laying in?

tbh. i know everyone else says that your baby might have some issue with reflux or physical. but my baby did / does this and i’ve gotten her checked and everyone says she’s perfectly fine. said that some babies are just funky with how they sleep. (not a professional advice). they said that as long as my baby doesn’t have issues, eating, breathing, labor complications, burping, or any bad fussiness. we should be good

As said above, you’re doing an amazing job, we’re all learning as we go along, and it’s great that you’ve reached out for advice.
Alex above mentioned an osteopath, I’m an osteo and if you let me know where you are in the UK or world I might be able to find you someone suitable. My LO was born be c-section and I’ve taken her to see a local osteo who specialises in babies as a matter of course, we’ve not had any issues btw, just routine! I’d rather someone else treats her 🤪

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