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ABC's of Sleeping Babies

What is the safest way for your baby to sleep? Babies sleep safest when... they sleep alone on their back in an uncluttered crib or another safe sleep surface. Follow these simple "ABCs of Sleeping Babies" for guidance:

Poster of the ABCs of Safe Sleep. Text: Babies sleep safest when they sleep along, on their back, and in a crib.

Alone

We, along with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), recommend that the baby should sleep in the same room as the parents, but not in the same bed (room-sharing without bed-sharing).

Back

Unless otherwise instructed by a pediatrician, an infant should always sleep on its back, on a firm, flat surface.
An infant sleeping on its side or stomach faces an increased risk of Sudden Unexplained Infant Death (SUID).
Infants should sleep without the aid of wedges and cushions.

Crib

Railings should be no more than 2 3/8 inches apart - tight enough that a soda can not fit through them.
The mattress should be firm, flat, and covered with a tight, fitted sheet.
Keep your baby's crib clutter-free - no blankets, pillows, bumper pads, stuffed animals, etc.
Waterbeds, futons, recliners, and sofas are not acceptable substitutes for a crib.

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