When you think about it, it makes sense that babies should sleep in a safe and comfortable place – after all, they’re not exactly used to being away from their caregivers. But what about when you’re travelling in your car? Should your little one be sleeping in the car seat or in your lap? Here are some reasons why you might want to keep your baby sleeping in the car seat:
-Safety First: It’s important to keep your baby as safe as possible while you’re driving. If your baby is sleeping in the car seat, they’ll be less likely to become injured if there’s an accident.
-Convenient for Parents: When you take your baby home from the hospital, it can be very difficult to get them to bed without help. Putting them in a crib or bed can be difficult for new parents, and leaving them unrestrained in a room full of toys and activities can also be challenging. Sleeping in the car seat gives you the freedom to do whatever you need to while you’re out and about, without having to worry about taking care of your child.
-Tired Parents: When you’re tired, it’s harder to keep an eye on your baby. Sleeping in the car seat gives
The Safety Risks of Sleeping in Car Seats
When parents think of the best place for their baby to sleep, they usually think of their crib or bed. But should babies really be sleeping in car seats? In recent years, more parents have been opting to put their babies in car seats to sleep, but is it really the safest option? Here are five reasons why babies shouldn’t sleep in car seats:
1. The risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is significantly increased when babies sleep in car seats. A study published in “The Journal of Pediatrics” found that infants who slept in car seats were almost three times as likely to die from SIDS as those who did not. The key factor that increases the risk of SIDS is the position of the baby’s head and body. When a baby sleeps in a car seat with his or her head propped up, it puts pressure on the back of the neck and can lead to suffocation.
2. Babies who sleep in car seats often develop positional plagiocephaly, which is a deformity in which the baby’s head becomes misshapen due to prolonged exposure to an upright position. Positional plagiocephaly can lead to problems with vision
The Health Risks of Sleeping in Car Seats
Sleeping in car seats is one of the most common forms of sleep deprivation for infants and toddlers. It’s also one of the most dangerous practices you can do to your child. Here are five reasons why you shouldn’t let your baby sleep in a car seat:
1) Car seats don’t protect babies from accidents. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, babies are 16 times more likely to be killed in a car crash if they are sleeping in their car seat instead of being unrestrained in a regular crib or bed.
2) Car seats reduce the amount of time babies spend being active. When babies are asleep, they aren’t taking part in any active play, which can lead to Behavioral Problems Later on. A study published in The Journal of Pediatrics found that infants who spend more than eight hours per day in an enclosed area (like a car seat) are more likely to have behavior problems such as increased aggression and difficulty relating to others.
3) Sleeping in a car seat can cause serious health problems. Studies have found that infants who sleep in car seats
The Economic Risks of Sleeping in Car Seats
There are a few reasons why parents might choose to put their infants in car seats while they sleep. One reason is that they may be worried about the child’s safety if they are not in the car. However, there are a number of economic risks associated with sleeping in a car seat.
The first economic risk is that sleep deprivation can lead to problems with cognitive function. This includes things like problem solving and judgment. Studies have found that infants who don’t get enough sleep can also have trouble with motor skills and coordination.
Another economic risk associated with sleeping in car seats is that it can lead to obesity. Studies have found that babies who sleep in car seats are more likely to become overweight or obese as adults. This is because infants who sleep in car seats tend to consume more food than babies who do not sleep in car seats. They also tend to spend more time watching television or playing video games than babies who don’t sleep in car seats.
Finally, sleeping in a car seat can also lead to attention problems later on in life. Children who sleep in car seats often have difficulty paying attention because they are constantly distracted by the noise and motion of the vehicle.
Conclusion
There are a lot of good reasons why babies shouldn’t sleep in car seats, and fortunately, most parents know this. If you’re one of those rare parents who puts their child in a car seat every time they go out, I highly discourage it. Injuries caused by car crashes happen more frequently when infants are awake and unrestrained in a vehicle; even worse is the fact that car seats only provide partial protection against injuries. Instead of using a car seat to put your baby to sleep, try co-sleeping or using travel cribs/pack ‘n’ plays instead.