Safer Sleep for Babies: quick reference cards
Updated Scottish Government and NHS Safer Sleep for Babies resources developed in partnership with the Lullaby Trust, UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative and BASIS, Baby Sleep Information Source based at Durham University. Includes strengthened messaging on bed sharing and smoking, alcohol and drug use.
Safer Sleep for Babies Quick Reference Cards
Some parents choose to share a bed with their baby.
Be aware – you should not share a bed with your baby if:
- you have recently drunk any alcohol
- you or your partner smoke
- you have taken any drugs that make you feel sleepy or less aware
- your baby was born prematurely or very small
Sofas and armchairs are always dangerous places to fall asleep with your baby – move somewhere safer if you might fall asleep.
Things to remember if bedsharing
Keep pets away from the bed and do not have other children sharing the bed
Check that baby cannot become trapped in the bedframe or headboard, wedged, fall out of bed or get stuck between the mattress and the wall
Follow the tips if you think you might fall asleep with your baby in the bed
Keep pillows and adult bedding away from baby
Never leave your baby alone in an adult bed
To reduce the chance of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), always follow safer sleep for your baby:
Put them on their Back for every sleep
In a Clear, Flat, Separate Sleep Space
Keep them Smoke-Free day and night
Babies need a Sober Carer to respond to their needs
Contact
Email: Anthea.Taylor@gov.scot
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