Co-sleeping with your baby
Co-sleeping is when parents bring their babies into bed with them to sleep. The safest place for a ...
Birth to one year old
Information on safe sleeping, advice on how to wrap your baby safely, tips for supervised tummy time and how to reduce flat head or plagiocephaly. Guidance on the benefits of breastfeeding, dealing with reflux, and why you should keep your baby smoke free.
Do Baby Monitors Reduce the Risk of Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy?
There is no scientific evidence that electronic baby monitors are of any assistance in preventing SI...
Does Red Nose Recommend Mattress Wrapping?
NO. Wrapping a baby’s mattress with polythene has been suggested as means of preventing SIDS. The ...
Does Sleeping With Baby on a Sofa or Couch Increase the Risk of Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy?
Yes – this can be dangerous and is not recommended.
Grandparents and safe sleeping
As many more grandparents take on caring duties for their grandchildren, it’s important that grand...
Home Monitoring
Monitors are not indicated for normal healthy babies and toddlers.
How Do I Ensure That Babysitters and Childcare Workers Sleep My Baby Safely?
If babies are ever placed on their tummy to sleep they are at a significantly higher risk of SIDS.
How much bedding does baby need?
Babies control their temperature through their heads and faces. Placing your baby on their back for ...
How to dress baby for sleep
Research shows a clear link between overheating and an increased risk of sudden unexpected death in ...
How to Make Up Baby’s Cot
The safest place for a baby to sleep is in a safe cot in the parents’ room for the first 6-12 mont...
How to talk to your parents about safe sleep
If you’ve just had a little one, no doubt your parents will be excited to help look after them. ...