Safe Sleep for Babies
As a new mom, I was always worried about whether or not I was doing things right. My goal has always been to provide a safe, loving and healthy environment for my kids, and I want that for you, too! So let’s talk about a big part of that: safe sleep.
“Safe sleep” refers to your baby’s crib situation and what you can do to provide the safest environment possible for your baby.
A few things to keep in mind:
Put baby to sleep on their back. Yes, when they start to roll over they become tummy sleepers and my pediatrician has ok’d this for me. But I always, always put them to sleep on their back.
Have a firm mattress with nothing soft in the crib — no stuffed animals, blankets, etc. If your baby keeps getting their arms or legs stuck, they do make mesh, breathable bumpers now!
A sleep sack is the best and safest way to keep baby warm enough.
Use a pacifier if they take one. The sucking motion has been proven to help prevent SIDS along with many other benefits.
Have air flow.
Keep my baby close but in their own bassinet/bed in those early months. This is a personal choice but studies also show this is beneficial and safe for baby.
I hope you know you’re doing all the right things, and your baby is so lucky to have a parent like you ♥