Sleep Recommendation
We support the American Academy of Pediatrics safe sleep recommendations for infants.
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Back is best
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Share a room
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No loose bedding
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No co-sleeping
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Skin-on-skin
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Flat, hard surface
Back is best - When laying a baby down to rest, it is always best to lay them on their back. This will allow them to breathe freely and help harmful carbon dioxide dissipate into the air.
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No loose bedding - Keeping bedding tight will help eliminate any fabric that could possibly cover your baby's mouth. This includes keeping big blankets and stuffed animals out of the crib.
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Skin-on-skin - Newborns should be placed skin-to-skin with their mother as soon after birth as possible, at least for the first hour. After that, babies should be placed on their backs in the bassinet.
Share a room - It is important to always share a room with your baby. This will allow you to attend to them if any problem arises.
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No co-sleeping - Although it is important to sleep in the same room as your baby, it is never a good idea to allow your baby to sleep in the same bed as you. This puts them at risk to suffocation from you or heavy covers.
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Flat, hard surface - It is important that babies sleep on flat and hard surfaces. Pillows or cushions may pose a risk to your baby by covering their mouth. Unlike adults, babies don't need a pillow to sleep and are actually much safer without one.