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[eliskimo]

So ... I've come across several references that say infants sleep better on sheep/lambskins. However, most of these, although they in turn reference "a study done at Cambridge University" are on websites selling said skins. Therefore, I'm inclinded to take the claims with a pinch of salt, although I will admit to being favourably inclinded to

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[mahault]

Never heard about sheepskins for babies. Much as they are warm and snuggly, I'd think they'd be a real pain to keep clean. Babies drool, spit up and have plenty of other accidents that make washing the sheets an almost daily routine. I'd also be concerend about allergens that can't be washed off easily, like dust and cat hair. I would feel that cotton sheets would be less hassle.

The theories on SIDS seem to keep on changing. I know that I was told to lay Teah on her back, but then it changed to sides. After she started rolling, she used to sleep on her face with her bum right up in the air. It was the cutest thing ever. It's funny, but that's the position I carried her in until about month 8 when she turned south!

As for bed-sleeping, I firmly believe in doing what's right for you and the baby. Some people find it's easier to keep the baby with them, others find it makes for a restless night. I'm a light sleeper and Teah a busy one, so it was no-go from day one. Everyone will have loads of advice, but do what feels best for you both. Happy mum means happy baby.