I am concerned about my baby’s safety and have a question: If a baby is suffocating, will they cry to alert me? I am trying to understand the signs of suffocation in infants and want to ensure I know what to look out for to keep my baby safe. Can anyone provide detailed information or advice on this?
This is a very important question, and it’s fantastic that you’re looking out for your baby’s safety. Babies who are suffocating may not always cry out first. It’s important to be aware of the signs: trouble breathing, weak or shallow breathing, changes in skin color (becoming pale or bluish), and becoming limp or floppy. If you see any of these signs, call 911 immediately.
The fact that he was able to cry indicates that air was getting in, obviously less than normal because he was unhappy but probably not suffocating. Beanies are made of cotton/polyester, which is still breathable. This is scary but probably fine. Try it out by covering your lips with the beanie and seeing whether you can still breathe.
Yes they will. In most cases plastic bags can cling to their faces leading to suffocation so put them away from the baby.