Safer Sleep for Babies: quick reference cards

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