When babies are first born, they generally do not need pillows, and they do not often use pillows when they are young. But when the baby grows up slowly and reaches the age of 3, parents don't know if they can give the baby a pillow to sleep on and what kind of pillow should be used for the baby's health. So, does a 3-year-old baby need a pillow to sleep on?
Firstly, a three-year-old baby needs to sleep on a pillow. Before the age of three, babies may not sleep on pillows because when they are born, their head, back, and neck are in a straight line without curvature, so they do not need a pillow or only need to sleep on a pillowcase. But after the age of three, the baby gradually begins to experience physiological bending, forming a curvature in the neck area, at which point it is necessary to give the baby a pillow.
Secondly, when using pillows for babies, parents should pay attention to choosing a height that is suitable for the baby. The pillow height for a three-year-old baby should be the same as the shoulder height when the baby is lying flat, not too high, to avoid hunchback and other situations. And parents should adjust the height of the pillow for their baby according to their physical changes.
In addition, parents should also choose a pillow material that is suitable for their baby, preferably a cotton pillow surface. The pillow core can be made of dried chrysanthemum, cotton pillow core, etc. It should not be too hard or too soft, which is beneficial for the baby's skin and growth. It can be said that when choosing a pillow for babies, they should not use it too early or too late. It is still best to choose one that is suitable for the baby.
