GUIDELINES FOR SAFE SLEEP
Take the time to understand the safe sleep guidelines and educate your clients, partner, friends and family. Most people think this would never happen to them, but the sad reality is that a baby dies every three days in Michigan and these deaths are 100% preventable*.
Place your baby on their back, in a crib, bassinet or pack-n-play for every sleep time.
Use a firm mattress with a tightly fitted sheet. Car seats and other sitting devices are not recommended for routine sleep.
Keep baby’s sleep space clutter free – no pillows, blankets or toys.
Avoid covering baby’s head or overheating. Instead of a blanket, consider using a sleep sack, wearable blanket or footed sleeper to keep baby warm.
Avoid smoke exposure during pregnancy and after birth.
Do not use home cardiorespiratory monitors as a strategy to reduce the risk of SIDS.
Avoid the use of commercial devices that are inconsistent with safe sleep recommendations.
Remind everyone who cares for your baby, including babysitters and family members, how to keep baby safe while sleeping.
