Sleeping Safety - Bare is Best!
Nearly half of the infant crib deaths and two-thirds of bassinet deaths reported to CPSC each year are suffocations from a baby being placed on top of pillows and thick quilts or because of overcrowding in baby's sleep environment.
Follow these simple tips to keep your baby sleeping safe!
- Make sure there are no gaps larger than two fingers between the sides of the crib and the mattress.
- Proper assembly of cribs is paramount - Follow instructions provided and make sure that every part is installed correctly. If you are not sure, call the manufacturer for assistance.
- Do NOT use cribs older than 10 years, broken, or modified. Infants can strangle to death if their bodies pass through gaps between loose components or broken slats while their heads remain entrapped.
- Never place a crib near a window with blinds, curtain cords, or baby monitor cords.
- For warmth, dress baby in footed pajamas.
- Never add pillows, quilts, comforters, or cushions to your baby's crib, bassinet or play yard.
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