SIDS is scary to any parent. What can you do to help prevent this tragedy? Here are some tips:* Place your baby to sleep on his or her back at naptime and night time.
* Use a safety approved crib with a firm, tight-fitting mattress.
* Remove all soft bedding and toys from your baby's sleep area (this includes loose blankets, bumpers and positioners).
* Use a SleepSack™ wearable blanket to replace loose blankets in your baby's crib.
* DO NOT put your baby to sleep on any soft surface (sofas, chairs, water beds, quilts, sheep skins, etc.).
* Room sharing is safer than bed sharing.
* DO NOT dress your baby too warmly for sleep; keep room temperature between 68-72 degrees Fahrenheit.
* DO NOT let anyone smoke around your baby or be in a room where someone has recently smoked.
* Educate relatives, baby sitters and other caregivers about these important safety tips.
* Tummy time is important for babies while they are awake and being supervised. Place your baby on his or her tummy for playtime to help strengthen their upper body muscles.
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