Watch the video: Safer Sleep For Babies
The Lullaby Trust gives simple safer sleep advice on how to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
The advice is based on strong scientific evidence and should be followed for ALL sleep periods, not just at night.
Do:
- Always place the baby on the back to sleep
- Keep baby smoke-free during pregnancy and after birth
- If possible breastfeed baby
- Place baby to sleep in a separate cot or Moses basket in the same room for the first 6 months
- Use a firm, flat waterproof mattress in good condition
Don't
- Sleep on a sofa or arm chair with baby
- Sleep in the same bed as baby, especially if:
- you are a smoker
- have drunk alcohol
- have taken drugs/medication
- you are extremely tired
- baby was born premature or is of low birth weight
- Cover baby's face or head whilst sleeping.
- Use loose bedding
- Let baby get too hot
To avoid accidents
Remove all pillows, soft bedding, cot bumpers and soft toys.
Remember…
The safest sleep place for baby in the first 6 months is a cot in the parental bedroom.
Please encourage safe sleep messages to all family members, extended family and carers.
Speak to your Midwife or Health Visitor (0-19 Practitioner 423333) if you have any questions.
You can also visit the Lullaby Trust website if you have any questions about SIDS or Safer Sleep.
See more on the Lullaby Trust Website
Contact the Lullaby Trust Helpline on: 0808 8026869 (Monday-Friday 10am-5pm)