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Safe Sleep Information

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​Please review the ABC's of Safe Sleep Booklet for a complete and comprehensive guide to safe sleep practices.

    The ABCs Of Safe Sleep 

  • ​Placing babies on their backs is the number one way to reduce the risk
  • Place your baby in a safety-approved crib with a firm mattress and   well-fitting sheets
  • Cribs should be free from toys, soft bedding, blankets and pillows
  • The safest place for your baby to sleep is the room with you, but not in your bed
  • Think about using a clean, dry pacifier when placing your baby down
  • Consider using a wearable blanket or other sleeper instead of a blanket to avoid the risk of overheating. Keep the room at a temperature that is comfortable for a lightly clothed adult
  • Talk about safe sleep practices with your family and childcare providers
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Crib demonstration

9-minute video demonstrating portable crib assembly and safe sleep guidelines.

Safe Sleep ToolKit

This ToolKit provides resources to healthcare & childcare providers, parents, and anyone interested in preventing infant deaths related to unsafe sleep environments.
Community Baby Shower
Digital Binder
The digital binder provides the documents for Safe Sleep Instructors to facilitate a community baby shower in their community.

Safe Sleep Training

​This two hour course is designed primarily for child care and healthcare providers, but all professionals that work with infants are encouraged to enroll in this course. 

guidelines for safe sleep

​In an updated policy statement and technical report, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is expanding its guidelines on safe sleep for babies, with additional information and recommendations for parents on creating a safe environment for their babies to sleep. 
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