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Is it Okay for Newborns to Sleep on Their Side?

Last updated: March 12, 2026 by Nicole Johnson, B.A., M.B.A., Lead Pediatric Sleep Consultant

To reduce the risk of SIDS, we should place babies on their backs to sleep, unless your baby’s doctor advises otherwise. But, what if your baby rolls to their side to sleep? Is it okay for newborns to be sleeping on their side? Yes, it is okay for newborns to be sleeping on their side …

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