Writer: Shao Fei
Editor: Liu Yizhi
Finalized: After Su Zi
Each child has his own temper and preferences, which can be said to be different, but when it comes to sleeping, the babies almost do it National unity- prefers the "surrendering sleeping position" , raising his small hand upwards while sleeping and making a "surrendering" posture. Why is this? Listen to the scientific explanation-
The pictures in this article are all sourced from the network, and the pictures and texts are irrelevant. Why does baby prefer to surrender to the sleeping position?
1, self-protection
Pediatric experts emphasized that the "surrendering sleeping position" is a kind of self-protection for the baby, which simulates the state in the uterus and gives oneself a sense of security.
When the baby is still in the mother's belly, due to the limited space in the uterus and the limited movement, the body will often keep the arms bent on the chest and the legs curled up.
Therefore, after the baby is born, this habit will be followed, but it will be improved-because the arms cannot be curled up on the chest, they will be lifted up instead, which is the "surrender sleeping position".
In addition to giving yourself a sense of security, this sleeping position is actually an instinctive reaction of to seek advantages and avoid harm , because it is not easy to turn over at this time, and it can avoid turning over and lying down on the stomach, which may cause the danger of suffocation. .
2, ankylosing neck reflex
For a long time after birth, the baby’s nervous system is immature, and there will be many original reactions in the body. The most obvious is the "symmetrical mandatory neck reflex", "surrender to sleep Posture is one of the main manifestations of this reflection.
In addition, hug reflexes, foraging reflexes and milk-seeking reflexes are all similar instinctive responses.
Many parents and children who sleep like this (with their hands exposed) are at risk of cold, and they will always correct this sleeping posture deliberately, but pediatric experts say that it is not necessary.
The three major benefits of "surrendering sleeping position", parents can rest assured after reading
From a development point of view, the innate instinct is just in line with the law of natural survival. The baby adopts "surrendering sleeping position", which actually affects the body There are many benefits:
1, help decompression and relaxation
When the baby sleeps in this position, the body is in an extremely stretched state (similar to stretching the waist), which can clear the fatigue of the day, help the baby decompress, make it sleep more comfortable, and Effectively improve the quality of sleep.
2. Accelerate blood circulation
Raise your hands to the top of your head when your baby sleeps, which can make blood flow back, accelerate blood circulation in the body, increase the amount of oxygen carried and the oxygen transport speed, so that the brain and other organs can get adequate oxygen in time. The growth and development of the body are of great benefit.
3. Helps growth and development
Baby adopts this sleeping position to enter a deep sleep state more easily. At this time, it can promote the secretion of growth hormone (the highest secretion during night sleep can reach 5 times during the day), and promote bone growth. It can activate the activity of various enzymes in the body, thereby speeding up the metabolism and improving immunity, so that children can have a good physique while developing rapidly.
If you want your baby to sleep well in the "surrendering sleeping position", the following are indispensable.
Although the child's "surrendering sleeping position" is an instinctive reaction of a child and has many benefits, there are also cold and cold when the little hands are exposed. Hidden dangers, therefore, if you want your baby to sleep healthily like this, there are a few things to pay attention to. Mom must pay more attention.
1. It is not necessary to forcibly correct
When the child keeps this sleeping position, parents must not force the child’s hand into the quilt, otherwise the quilt may move up when they reach up again, thus covering the mouth. Nose, causing suffocation.
2, pay attention to wearing a cover
When the weather is cooler, parents can put on long-sleeved trousers for the baby, or prepare a sleeping bag to sleep directly in the sleeping bag, so as to effectively avoid catching cold.
3, keep the indoor temperature suitable zWhen 2z
babies “surrender to sleep”, they may frequently pat down on the quilt. If it is in a cold season (such as autumn and winter), there is a risk of being attacked by wind and cold, causing headaches and brain fever. Therefore, you can turn on the air conditioner. The indoor temperature is maintained at around 26℃, so that the baby will not easily catch cold or sweat.
[Today's Topic]
Does your child like the "surrender sleeping position"? How do you care for it?
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