Newborns sleep between 12 and 20 hours per day. The sleep pattern for each child varies. Day/Night sleep patterns do not become firmly established until about 4 to 6 months of age.
Infants should sleep on their backs; they should not sleep on their bellies or sides. Your baby's crib or bassinet should have a firm mattress. The space between the slats of your crib should measure no more than 2 3/4 inches.
Infants should sleep on their backs; they should not sleep on their bellies or sides. Your baby's crib or bassinet should have a firm mattress. The space between the slats of your crib should measure no more than 2 3/4 inches.
