How to sleep correctly on an orthopedic pillow. Photo. Choosing an orthopedic pillow for osteochondrosis Correct position of the head on an orthopedic pillow

Everyone knows that sleep is important for human health. Almost everyone is also aware of the importance of the amount of sleep. But few people think about its quality, and then only when problems arise. Due to poor quality of sleep, various problems can arise - neurological, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal. There is even research evidence that poor sleep increases the likelihood of suicide by 1.4 times. But what causes poor sleep? You will be surprised, but the quality of sleep of a healthy person is greatly influenced by the bed on which he sleeps, in particular the mattress and pillow. Orthopedic pillow - how to choose and use it correctly.

It must be emphasized that we are talking about a person who does not have serious diseases that themselves can cause sleep disturbances. The opposite effect is observed here. Poor sleep means diseases develop.

There are many points that determine proper preparation for sleep in order to improve its quality. Fresh air in the room, optimal room humidity and temperature, bed linen, absence of irritants, and so on. But first on this list, so to speak, his head is a pillow. The second thing is the mattress, and then everything else.

By the way. It is today that the focus of attention of many doctors, and not just orthopedists, neurologists and vertebrologists. In particular, an orthopedic pillow, which is recommended for use not only by patients diagnosed with cervical osteochondrosis and other diseases of the spine, but by all healthy people who care about their health.

As you know, all big changes start small. Starting to use the right pillow is the first step to a healthy spine. Because an orthopedic pillow, unlike a regular pillow, can do a lot.

Find ten differences

Maybe there are not ten of them, but fewer, although, most likely, much more. But some are cardinal.

1. At the orthopedic pillow unusual shape. A standard sleeping pillow is either square or rectangular. But orthopedic ones are allowed to have the shape of a circle, polygon, oval, cylinder, or even be shapeless.

   

   

2. The second global difference is filler. In an ordinary pillow it is down and feathers, wool, foam rubber, synthetic winterizer and other natural and not so natural materials. An orthopedic sleep accessory is filled with elastic, elastic, hard or crumbly material.

   

3. Size matters too. The orthopedic product will not be 70x70 centimeters, because it is intended exclusively for the head, and not for the entire body, which many people who have sleep problems like to place on a pillow.

   

4. Allergenicity. Perhaps this indicator does not directly relate to orthopedics, but almost all standard pillows are not hypoallergenic, but orthopedic ones are.

   

5. Usage– perhaps the main difference. A regular pillow is used for sleeping, and an orthopedic pillow is used for healthy sleep.

   

Orthopedic pillows

Yes, among orthopedic products there are also products of worse and better quality, and not every “therapeutic” pillow will be beneficial.

Advice. If the pillow is made without following production rules, from uncertified materials, bypassing the license, it is better to prefer the usual down to it, especially if cervical osteochondrosis has already begun to develop, which a low-quality orthopedic product will only aggravate.

A real corrective, “useful” pillow will support not only the head, but also the neck, allowing the spine to ensure the correct position during sleep and maintain healthy sleep.

By the way. Having replaced a regular pillow with an orthopedic one, you will probably feel at least uncomfortable within a week or two. Perhaps, due to the inconvenience, sleep will be disturbed even more, and you will want to throw away the health-improving accessory and return to the old familiar option. Don't rush, in two weeks your neck and head will fully adapt to the new position, and you will no longer be able to do without your favorite pillow.

Types and selection

Unusual sleeping pillows come in not only different shapes, but also different levels. This can be a single roller or two rollers forming two planes. It can also be a flat pillow that does not change its shape and has “memory”, retaining the effect of pressing the body, as if remembering it. Of course, there is no brain in the sleeping accessory yet, but the materials used in production allow you to observe real miracles and use them successfully.

All people sleep differently, but there are only four options for body positions (not positions) during sleep: on the left side, on the right side, on the back and on the stomach. A lot has been written and said about the best and most beneficial position to sleep in. Despite this, everyone chooses a position that is convenient for them. Manufacturers of orthopedic pillows have taken care to divide the consumers of their products into those who sleep on their side, back and stomach (although, according to doctors, this is the most harmful sleeping position).

Important! For those who sleep on their side, we recommend a pillow with two bolsters of different thicknesses. For those who like to sleep on their back, they produce classic bolsters or single-plane products. And if a person prefers to sleep prone, he will need a cushion, but a small and very soft one.

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Size and color

Having decided on the type of sleep and the corresponding type of product, it’s time to start determining the size. This criterion does not depend on the size of your head, but on how restful your sleep is. If you constantly turn over, change position, rush about, you need to choose a larger area, you can even take a pillow 50 cm wide and 80 cm long. For those who are not particularly restless, a standard size of 30x50 cm or 40x60 is sufficient.

As for the height, for those sleeping on the side it should be 10x15 cm, on the back and stomach - 8-10.

By the way. Research has proven that the color of the pillow (as well as other bedding accessories) is important. Often this is the first thing a person sees after waking up, so it is recommended to choose light, pastel, cream colors.

Materials

An equally important selection criterion is the material from which the pillow is made. Today there are many different materials, with significant and insignificant differences.

Table. Materials for orthopedic pillows and their characteristics.

Rules for good sleep

Having decided on the material and model, it’s time to find out how to use your new acquisition, designed to maintain health and improve the quality of sleep, correctly.

Important! The first thing you need to understand and remember is that a pillow is needed not for the head, but for the neck. The head does not fall anywhere, there is no need to hold it, and there is no need to lift it. But the neck must be supported so that it does not bend.

Having realized this fact, you can begin to learn how to use an orthopedic pillow.

Important! During sleep, no matter what position you occupy, the cervical spine should be straightened, forming a line parallel to the mattress. There should be no bends or turns.

An orthopedic pillow, even the best one, will not teach you to sleep correctly. You need to learn to use it yourself. Achieving an anatomically correct position of the head, neck and entire spine during sleep means getting healthy sleep. And no amount of fresh air, comfortable temperature and humidity, and the absence of irritants will help you prevent, much less cure, osteochondrosis.

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Many people suffer from this disease to a greater or lesser extent. It can be the result of incorrect posture during sedentary work, a passive lifestyle, age-related muscle changes, and, among other things, the causes of pathology in the cervical area include long-term sleep on an incorrectly selected pillow.

Modern medicine effectively treats pathology with a whole range of therapeutic measures, but a healthy neck must be maintained. If you choose the wrong bedding, the treatment will progress slowly, will not bring the desired effect, and after it stops, the disease will return again.

Important! There are a number of experts who recommend that everyone, including patients with osteochondrosis, sleep without a pillow at all. This theory does nothing to support the cervical vertebrae during sleep; they remain tense, never relax, and wear out much faster.

Therefore, an orthopedic pillow (like a mattress) is not an advertising ploy to increase the profits of its manufacturers. This is a necessary accessory for healthy sleep.

The pillow should be small; it should support the head well and not allow it to “sink” or “roll down.”

If, with osteochondrosis, even at its initial stage, you sleep on a regular pillow, when your neck is at the same level as your head, you will experience pain. If, without problems with your neck, you sleep on a regular pillow, sooner or later osteochondrosis will begin.

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An orthopedic pillow supports the neck and head in the correct position, which promotes complete muscle relaxation and proper rest.

Without properly selected support, the muscles in the cervical spine cannot relax, blood circulation is impaired and pain appears. This threatens not only lack of sleep, but also various diseases.

Let's try to figure out how to choose the right orthopedic pillow for sleeping and not get confused in the variety of assortments.

The main criteria by which orthopedic pillows are chosen are their purpose, shape, size and filling. According to their purpose, they are divided into products for daily sleep (adults, teenagers, etc.), as well as pillows for travel.

Form

When developing the shapes of orthopedic pillows, manufacturers do not limit their imagination, making them rectangular, square, oval, crescent-shaped, horseshoe-shaped, or similar to a butterfly with its wings spread.

The most popular forms of orthopedic pillows for adults are as follows:

• rectangular;
• “wave” type with two rollers;
• with a recess for the shoulder;
• pillow-cushion in the shape of a crescent;

Rectangular anatomical pillows with bolsters are best suited as a permanent sleep accessory.

The classic rectangular pillow is simple in shape and versatile. It is suitable for absolutely everyone, but it can only be called orthopedic only conditionally, only thanks to the elastic high-tech filler, but not to the shape.

Rectangular “wave” pillows with bolsters of different heights along the long sides and a recess in the middle are the most versatile option for constant use. The filler in them is medium hard or hard. The side with the smaller bolster is suitable for sleeping on your back, the side with the larger bolster is suitable for sleeping on your side.

With crescent-shaped pillows, you can only sleep on your back. They are less elastic and softer than rectangular ones, but they fix the neck well and do not lose their shape or wrinkle. Their similar, more compact versions are used for travel.

Products with a shoulder recess are designed for side sleepers and are especially comfortable for overweight and large people.

Dimensions

The correct size of an orthopedic pillow is the main condition for its selection. If it does not correspond to your physical parameters, you will not be able to get enough sleep, and you will wake up with a headache and heaviness throughout your body.

The length of pillows for adults varies in the range of 40-80 cm, and the width is 30-50 cm. The most popular size is the same as for ordinary products - 50x70 cm. As for children, products from 20x30 to 50x40 cm are produced for them.

The width and length of the pillow are selected depending on the person’s build. A size of 50x80 cm is suitable for a tall and large man, and 40x60 cm for a medium build. The main thing is that the width of the pillow does not overlap the mattress.

It is very important to choose the correct pillow height. It should be equal to the width of the shoulder from the top of the greater tubercle of the humerus to the base of the neck. The permissible error is 1-2 cm.

The height of the pillow should correspond to the distance from the base (mattress) on which the person lies to his neck and depends on the sleeping position. It is calculated based on the width of the shoulder. To do this, measure the value from the edge of the shoulder (the top of the greater tubercle of the humerus) to the base of the neck. An error in calculations of up to 1-2 cm is allowed. Standard products are produced with a height range of 6-16 cm.

Those who are used to sleeping on their back need a pillow of lower height and firmness than those who like to sleep on their side. To sleep on your stomach, you need to choose the softest and lowest products. At the same time, the stiffer the mattress, the less it sag under the weight of the body and the higher the pillow required. Soft mattresses mean lower pillows.

In any case, you need to be guided by the fact that the right pillow helps support the head and neck in a horizontal position at the same level with the body. If the height of the pillow is not selected correctly, you will notice this by the following signs:

• Too low. During sleep, there is a desire to put your hand under your head. Pain occurs in the neck, shoulders become numb, and the back becomes numb.
• Too high. There is discomfort in the neck, the chin almost touches the chest.

Fillers

The choice of an orthopedic pillow for sleeping also depends on the filler, which should be characterized by increased elasticity, moisture resistance, the ability to retain its shape and adapt to the contours of the head.

The best support for the neck and head is provided by fillings such as buckwheat husk, latex and memory foam.

Materials such as buckwheat, latex, and memory foam best meet these requirements. Let's take a closer look at their pros and cons.

Buckwheat husk

The shell remaining after peeling buckwheat grains. The most natural, environmentally friendly and inexpensive orthopedic filler. It is evenly distributed inside the case and provides good support for the head and neck. In addition to support, buckwheat scales provide a delicate acupressure throughout the night, which stimulates blood flow to the upper layers of the skin, relaxes and calms the nervous system.

Its main drawback is rustling when used. Manufacturers indicate the service life of buckwheat pillows up to 3 years, but in reality they have to be changed every 1.5 - 2 years. In addition, these pillows are quite heavy.

Latex

Industrially processed milky sap of the rubber-bearing Brazilian Hevea plant. A natural material of medium hardness, containing up to 15% synthetic additives, which increase its elasticity and durability and reduce density. Latex pillows have increased elasticity and hold their shape very well. They are safe for health, hygienic, do not retain moisture, lightweight, silent and durable. To impart massage properties, such pillows are often molded with tubercles. Their service life is more than 5 years.

The main disadvantage of this material is its price, which is an order of magnitude higher than the price of buckwheat husks, but it pays off over the years of use. New latex pillows have a peculiar smell. This smell disappears only after 2-3 weeks and can cause discomfort.

Memory foam

A high-tech artificial material developed as part of the NASA space program. The peculiarity of the Memoryform pillow is that it remembers the contours of the head and neck, and after use it returns to its original shape. Memoryform foam is not as elastic as latex. She does not push her head and neck out, but slowly accepts them into herself. Its service life is up to 5 years. The pillow can be used longer, but over time it thickens and loses its ability to adapt to the curves of the body.

Like latex, memory foam has a specific odor that does not disappear immediately. Judging by some reviews, in hot weather it heats up quickly and in warm weather it is not very comfortable to sleep on. At first, this pillow may seem harsh. It takes time to get used to it. Many buyers are put off by its high price, comparable to the cost of latex products.

Pillows made of natural down, feathers, wool, and various synthetic materials such as holofiber or synthetic padding cannot be called orthopedic, even if the manufacturer positions them as such. Such fillers have many advantages, but they are not able to stably support the cervical curve because they are not elastic enough.

Sleeping positions

The quality of sleep largely depends on the sleeping position. Apart from various variations with the position of the arms and legs, there are three such poses:

1. 1 On the back. Sleeping on your back effectively helps relax the muscles and relieves tension in the cervical region. It is better to choose a medium-hard pillow.
2. 2 On the side. When the human body is turned to one side, the natural curve of the spine is not disrupted, and there are no problems with blood supply. You can also bend your knees into a fetal position. For greater comfort, you can place a small pillow between your knees. Medium-firm and hard pillows are suitable for this position.
3. 3 On the stomach. When a person lies on his stomach, his chest is compressed and breathing becomes difficult, and his head has to be turned to the side. This causes the cervical vertebral artery to bend and impede blood supply to the brain. In addition, the uncomfortable position of the head and neck provokes spasm of the neck muscles. Sleeping in this position is not recommended. But if you can’t refuse it, choose a soft and low pillow.

The best sleeping positions are on your back and on your side. It is better to avoid the position on the stomach, as it can cause pain in the back and neck.

Regardless of what position you prefer to sleep in, the pillow should be placed in such a way that its convex part fits the curve of your neck and your shoulders rest on the mattress.

Results

Orthopedic pillows are useful for all people over one year of age. In order for them to bring benefit and not harm, their choice must be taken seriously, choosing a pillow strictly according to size.

Most often, such products are selected experimentally. If the seller allows you to test their product, be sure to take advantage of this opportunity.

A low-quality mattress can nullify all the benefits of a pillow. It should be smooth, elastic, without depressions or bulges.

For a full and sound sleep, it is not enough to purchase an orthopedic pillow and a good mattress. It is equally important to choose the right posture that will provide the body with complete relaxation.

Such pillows are not a panacea. They do not treat anything and serve only to prevent diseases associated with the spine.

The fillings for such pillows are quite hard and you have to get used to them. But getting used to it happens quickly. After 5-7 days of use, you will wonder how you could previously manage without such comfortable and useful bedding as an orthopedic pillow.

To gain strength, a person needs healthy sleep. A properly selected orthopedic pillow will help relax muscles and restore the body.

During rest, there should be no load on the spine and head, so as not to compress the blood vessels. But not all people know how to sleep on such models correctly.

How to choose?

When choosing bedding you need to be careful and attentive. It is recommended to examine a number of the following questions:

• what is the usual posture during sleep;
• shoulder size plays an important role;
• perception of foreign odors, as well as the presence of allergies;
• It is important to know about the presence of osteochondrosis, neck muscle spasms and neuralgia.

The low option is suitable for those who prefer to sleep more on their back. In order not to compress the vertebral artery, the wide part placed under the neck should have a height of no more than 6 centimeters.

For the roller, it is necessary to provide medium hardness; only the surface for the head should be soft.

How to sleep properly?

Muscle pain occurs with an uncomfortable position during sleep. As a result, poor health appears. If you sleep incorrectly for a long time, your health will worsen and health problems will appear.

Finding a suitable sleeping position on an orthopedic pillow is very simple. To do this you need to follow simple rules.

1. Listen to your body, lie comfortably on the product so that your head does not protrude, and relax.
2. The spine should be straight along its entire length. The head should not rise above the line of the back, but it should not drop too much either.
3. The size and shape of the product must correspond to the size of the person’s body and build. Different people can purchase special orthopedic models that are suitable in shape for the treatment of certain diseases.

Important! A crescent-shaped pillow is suitable for those who are used to sleeping in one place without changing positions.

Such models cannot be deformed. Therefore, when purchasing, you should remember this nuance.

How to sleep with cervical osteochondrosis?

The opinions of some experts boil down to the fact that sleeping without a pillow is much better for your health. But people are accustomed to placing a soft product under their head to achieve greater comfort.

For patients with cervical osteochondrosis, it is recommended to use a special model. The product must contain a roller with a certain level of density. The design is characterized by a rectangular shape, and the dimensions of the shoulders and bolster must match.

With the correct position and well-chosen sleeping accessories, the neck will take a comfortable position, the spinal muscles will relax, and the blood vessels will not be compressed. This normalizes the functioning of the circulatory system.

Continuous stress at work, staying in one position for a long time and lack of exercise affect the general condition of the body. Constant fatigue against the background of prolonged overexertion leads to nervousness and irritation. Well-being and appearance deteriorate, followed by health. Even during sleep, the long-awaited relaxation and rest does not come. So, it's time to buy an orthopedic pillow.

How to choose an orthopedic pillow for sleeping

Before you make a purchase that is so necessary for your comfortable sleep, you should answer the following questions that will help you determine the fillers and types of sleep pillows that are suitable for you:

1. What position do you prefer to sleep in?
2. What is your shoulder length?
3. Do you have any allergies or aversion to any odors?
4. Do you suffer from neuralgia, osteochondrosis or muscle spasms in the neck?

For those who prefer to sleep on their back, choose a low pillow. The wide part placed under the neck should not exceed 6 cm so as not to compress the vertebral artery. The cushion under the cervical spine should be of medium hardness, and the surface for the head should be softer. Orthopedic pillows in the shape of a horseshoe or butterfly are best suited for babies.

Side sleepers should pay attention to a standard flat pillow with two humps.

Tourists and business travelers often have to sleep in a soft seat on a bus. For traveling, a pillow or a pillow in the shape of a horseshoe will suit you. It is better to take a soft filler.

A new trend - star-shaped pillows - began to be positioned as orthopedic for those who like to sleep on their stomachs. With the same success, you can use small round sofa pillows or butterflies.

Determining the height of the sleeping pillow

To measure the length of your shoulder, take a fabric “centimeter” and place one end of it at the beginning of your neck. Measure the distance from the beginning of the neck to the bone on the shoulder. At this time, your shoulders should be in a natural position and relaxed.

The height of your future sleeping accessory should correspond to the result obtained. To maintain the anatomical position of the spine throughout sleep, choose a hard or medium-hard filler.

If you have doubts about whether you have chosen the correct height of the pillow - listen to your feelings when waking up in the morning. If your neck is stiff, then the orthopedic device is too low for you. If pain is localized in the area of ​​the back of the head or temples, then you should take care of reducing the height of the pillow.

Correct use of an orthopedic pillow

How to sleep on an orthopedic pillow correctly: your shoulders should be positioned outside the pillow. The main purpose of the product is to compensate for the difference between the shoulders and head of a person in a lying position.

Thus, the high part of the orthopedic pillow should be placed in the neck area. This provision must be observed in relation to any type of sleeping accessory and your preferred sleeping position.

To sleep on your back, use the lower part of the orthopedic pillow. The main rule is that the head and neck are in line with the body.

Selection of filler and accompanying care

Having heard a lot about the benefits of any filling for orthopedic bedding, people often go to the nearest store to purchase it. Later they will be disappointed, since the characteristics of the filler and individual tolerance were not taken into account. Let's list the pillow fillers available on the market and find out how to use an orthopedic pillow depending on its contents:

Eco-friendly fillers

These include buckwheat or rice husks, hop cones, wool, cotton, bamboo or other natural ingredients. They may provide additional light massage. They have a calming effect, often based on the use of aromatherapy. Orthopedic pillows with husks or hops are short-lived because, over time, such filler turns into dust. Natural fillers may cause allergies.

Synthetic fillers

Available in the form of monolithic forms (latex, biofoam, memory, etc.), fiber (silicone, holofiber) or small balls (comforel). Hypoallergenic and durable. Causes sweating of the head and requires frequent ventilation. It is not recommended to cover such pillows with a blanket or bedspread during the day. Monolithic pillows should not be washed or dried near heating devices. Dirt is removed from them with a damp sponge soaked in detergent.

Gel filler

Has a cooling effect and evenly distributes the load. Not recommended for people with inflammation of the trigeminal or occipital nerve.

Ordinary down and feather pillows are a thing of the distant past. Nowadays, modern bedroom accessories with artificial fillings are more popular.

For sleep to be beneficial, you must follow the rules for using this device:

• You can't sleep on your stomach. With this position, the neck forms an unnatural bend, affecting the evenness of the spinal region. When positioning on your stomach, it is better to place a small blanket under your head.
• The height of the pillows should correspond to the width of the shoulders. People with broad shoulders are better off using voluminous bedding, while people with a fragile build should use thinner ones.
• Place only your head on the pillow. Rectangular-shaped bedding is suitable for this. They should be above the shoulders, they can be moved to the head of the head or folded in half.
• Do not raise your head high while sleeping. There is no need to put bulky bedding under your back and head.

Let's look at how to sleep correctly on an orthopedic pillow to get a pleasant feeling and healthy sleep:

• On the back. For this position, you need to choose low, medium-hard bedding measuring 40 by 60 cm. It will allow you to completely relax your shoulders, neck and head, and the spinal column will take its natural position.
• On the stomach. Use a low, soft pad. But great importance should be paid to the position of the hands in a dream. When placing your hands under your head, it is better to use a product with a lower height.
• On the side. In this position, choose tall and solid products to support the head, neck and shoulders and create a natural position for the spine.

Important! A crescent-shaped pillow should be used by those who rarely change position while sleeping.

Which pillow is best for a person to sleep on depends on his habits, capabilities and desires. But the main thing you need to take into account is that the high part of it should be placed in the cervical area and the shoulders should not be placed on it.

It is harmful to use a regular sleep product for cervical osteochondrosis. With such rest, the position of the neck is parallel to the head, which leads to displacement of the vertebrae and impaired cerebral circulation.

People suffering from this disease wake up after a night's sleep with neck and back pain. It is better to use a rectangular orthopedic product with a dense cushion that is not located on the edge of the pillow.

The neck will take the correct position, the muscles will relax. And blood will flow freely to the brain.

Is sleeping without a pillow good or bad?

Is it healthy to sleep without a pillow? Its absence can disrupt proper sleep. During rest, a person should breathe properly and metabolism should not be disturbed. This can be accompanied by a good night's sleep on the right product.

What are the risks of sleeping without a pillow?

1. Appearance deteriorates. Due to impaired blood flow to the head, swelling appears on the face.
2. Snoring appears.
3. Osteochondrosis develops.
4. The flow of blood to the brain is disrupted.
5. Chemical processes in the body slow down.
6. The cervical artery is bent.
7. An ischemic stroke may occur.

Sleeping without pillows is not only uncomfortable, but also harmful. The only category of people who do not require this device are newborn babies.

How to sleep when pregnant?

For pregnant women, a special sleeping pillow is created, which is a large device in the shape of a long banana that helps you sit comfortably and relax your muscles while sleeping. You need to rest on it correctly so as not to harm the baby.

To do this, you need to follow some tips:

• You need to choose bedding so that its length is from the floor to the woman’s chest. Smaller sizes are not recommended.
• In a position on your side, you need to place part of the product under your stomach, and press the outermost part with your knees. This arrangement will support the stomach and a comfortable position of the legs. The upper part can be placed under the chest and cervical region and hugged with arms.
• In a sitting or semi-sitting position, place the product under the lumbar region of your back, thereby relieving the load from it. By wrapping the pillow around your waist, you can relax and fall asleep without fear of numbness in your upper limbs.
• A regular folded blanket or large blanket can replace a pregnancy pillow. When using it, you must avoid turning over onto your back.
• The filling of maternity bedding does not affect its benefits. The most important thing is proper use.

Important! A pregnant woman should not sleep on her back or stomach. This can harm the child's development. Therefore, it is better to choose a position on your side, changing it alternately during the entire duration of sleep.

The pregnancy pillow can also be used after the birth of the baby. All family members can continue to sleep on it, and it can also be conveniently used when feeding a child.

When can a child sleep on a pillow?

At what age do children sleep on a pillow? It is not recommended to use the pad until the child is one year old. To find out when a child can sleep on a pillow, you must first understand why this bedding cannot be used for infant sleep.

During sleep, the child is not able to control his movements and, when turning over, may bury his nose and mouth in the bedding and suffocate.

Using such bedding for up to a year can also cause curvature of the spine and cause an allergy to artificial fillers of the material.

Therefore, at what point can a child sleep on a pillow, each parent will decide independently, observing the behavior of their baby.

If the child prefers to sleep on his stomach, you need to slightly raise the mattress in the head area. If the baby often burps, you can use a pillow that fixes the lateral position.

If parents cannot determine whether the child needs a pillow, it is necessary to monitor the baby during sleep and ask the pediatrician for advice on the correct choice of bedding.

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