Safer Sleep
Sleeping position - Lie your baby on their back. Always put your baby on their back for every sleep, day and night, as the chance of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) is particularly high for babies who are
sometimes placed on their front or side. Keep the sleep space clear – Clear cot.
Babies are at higher risk of SIDS if they have their heads covered, so it is safest to keep baby’s cot clear of any items such as bumper, toys and loose bedding.
Cot – Right mattress. Use a firm, flat, waterproof mattress.
Smoking - Keep your baby smoke-free. If you or your partner smokes while you’re pregnant or after your baby is born, the risk of SIDS is greatly increased. Room temperature - Avoid your baby overheating. It is important to make sure that your baby’s room is a comfortable temperature – not too hot or too cold. The chance of SIDS is higher in babies who get too hot. Try to keep the room temperature between 16 -20°C. Cot placement – Same room. Sleep your baby in the same room as you for at least the first six months.
To read the unicef “Caring for your baby at night and when sleeping” leaflet click this link.
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