…safest place for baby to sleep is usually in baby’s own safe cot, however, bassinets are increasing in popularity because a safe cot can take up a lot of space, especially for families living in apartments or smaller houses. But unlike cots, there are no Australian safety standards for bassinets,…
…baby on their back to sleep Placing baby on their back to sleep helps keep their airway clear and ensures their protective reflexes work. Back sleeping reduces the risk of suffocation, overheating and choking. 2) Keep baby’s face and head uncovered Babies control their temperature through their face and head,…
…baby on their back to sleep, never on the tummy or side Keep baby’s face and head uncovered Keep baby smoke free before birth and after Safe sleeping environment, night and day (Safe cot, Safe mattress, Safe bedding) Sleep baby in their own safe cot in the same room as…
…recommends six key steps to sleep your baby safely to reduce the risk of sudden infant death. Always place baby on their back to sleep2. Keep baby’s face and head uncovered 3. Keep baby smoke free, before and after birth 4. Safe sleeping environment, night and day 5. Sleep baby…
…am buying a second-hand cot – what should I look for? Pre-loved nursery items that are in good condition are a great way to save you money, but it important to still make sure they are safe. When purchasing a second-hand cot choose one that: meets the Australian Standard for…
To Reduce the Risks of Sudden Unexpected Deaths in Infancy (SUDI), including SIDS and Fatal Sleep Accidents 1. Always place baby on their back to sleep, not on the tummy or side 2. Keep baby’s face and head uncovered 3. Keep baby smoke free, before birth and after 4. Safe…
…need a million products to care for your baby properly. However, not all products sold for babies are safe. As discussed by CHOICE, very few baby products in Australia are subject to mandatory safety standard. Examples of products without a mandatory standard include Bouncinettes, rocking cradles and hammocks. This means…
…recommends six key steps to help reduce the risk of sudden infant death and sleeping accidents: 1. Always place baby on their back to sleep, not on the tummy or side 2. Keep baby’s face and head uncovered 3. Keep baby smoke free before birth and after 4. Safe sleeping…
…or use layers yourself: to be comfortable, neither too hot nor too cold. Research has shown that baby’s risk of dying suddenly and unexpectedly is increased if baby is sleeping on the tummy and that risk is even further increased if baby is sleeping on the tummy under heavy bedding…
…Points on why Back to Sleep is safest: Always place baby on the back to sleep and not on the tummy or side. There is an increased risk of sudden unexpected death for babies when they sleep on their tummies and there is a danger of rolling to this position…
…as this term refers to all cases of sudden and unexpected death in infancy and includes deaths from the Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and fatal sleeping accidents. Safe sleeping recommendations target known risk factors associated with SUDI. Where studies specifically define the population as SIDS, this specific term will…
…during pregnancy and up to one year of age There is an increased risk of sudden unexpected death for babies exposed to tobacco smoke during pregnancy and after birth If baby’s father smokes there is also an increased risk of SUDI The risk of SUDI is increased for babies who…