Infants are 40 times more likely to die in adult beds than in their own cribs
We know more now about the safest sleep habits for infants than we used to. Statistics like the headline above don’t lie. Here’s what else you should know and pass along:
Nearly 74% of deaths in babies younger than 4 months happened in a bed- sharing situation
Risks increase when adults smoke, use medications, alcohol or drugs, or are obese
Pillow-top mattresses, comforters, fluffy pillows and stuffed animals are dangerous in adult beds AND in cribs
Prevent Needless Sleep-Related Deaths
Tell everyone that these steps save lives:
SMLXL
Room-sharing offers almost all of the benefits of bed-sharing, without the risks—bring baby’s crib into the parents’ room for the 1st 6 months
Keep baby’s crib safe with a tight-fitting crib sheet and firm mattress
Keep crib free of blankets, pillows, bumper pads & stuffed animals
Use a sleep sack instead of a loose blanket to keep baby safe & warm
Place infant on its back when putting down to sleep
