These pillows can create an “unsafe sleep environment” for babies and raise their risk of sudden infant death syndrome.
” — a list of must-dos when putting infants down to sleep. Placing infants on their back to sleep, a firm mattress, and no loose pillows or blankets are some of the most common advisories given by the American Academy of Pediatrics when it comes to keeping babies safe during sleep and lowering their risk ofHowever, there are some products on the market that may be deemed safe, but they are not recommended by professionals. This includes head shaping pillows.
According to the FDA, head shaping pillow manufactures claim that they can improve an infant’s head shape and symmetry due to a condition some babies get called, also known as positional plagiocephaly. Flat head syndrome usually occurs when babies spend a lot of time on their backs or sides with little tummy time or carrying, according to Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital.
If you own a head shaping pillow currently, the FDA wants you to throw it away immediately. “... do not donate or give it to anyone else,” the FDA said in its advisory.
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