Safe Sleep Practices: Insights from The Lullaby Trust
Ensuring safe sleep for your baby is paramount, and The Lullaby Trust provides invaluable guidelines to help parents create a secure sleep environment. According to their recommendations, always place your baby on their back to sleep, in a separate cot or Moses basket, in the same room as you for the first six months. Avoid soft bedding, pillows, and stuffed toys in the sleeping area to reduce the risk of suffocation. Keep the room at a comfortable temperature and ensure your baby’s head remains uncovered. The Lullaby Trust also advises against co-sleeping, particularly if you or your partner smoke, drink, or take medication that makes you drowsy. By following these guidelines, you can significantly reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and promote safer sleep for your baby.
Please refer to The Lullaby Trust for more information.