The term "cradle position" refers to a posture in which something is held safely and gently, similar to how a baby is held in someone's arms.
Sentences with «cradle position»
He feeds better in the cross cradle position but my back can't take it with nothing to lean on. (cindyandjana.com)
When I first started breastfeeding, holding a baby in football or cradle position while supporting the nipple was hard on my hands and wrists. (breastfeedingtoday-llli.org)
Secondly, baby's head is resting easily in the fabric near the surface, baby is not lost in the deep fabric of the typical cradle position. (attachmentparenting.org)