Safe Sleep, Safe Babies

• Sign in to bookmark this resource.

  Sign in

---

Access Resources

• SummaryEN
• Ask aRCie About This Resource

About

This webpage describes ways to keep babies safe while they sleep. It explains that babies should always sleep on their backs, alone, and in a crib with no blankets, pillows, or toys. It also gives tips for parents and caregivers to create a safe sleeping space and prevent sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). The article shares resources for more information about safe sleep practices to help protect babies during naptime and bedtime.

---

Tags

Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audience: Families & Children

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Accident Prevention; Health Education; Infant Care; Infant, Newborn; Safety; Sleep; Sudden Infant Death; Parenting

Institutions: Children's Mercy Kansas City

---

More like this

Parent-ish None · Children's Mercy Kansas City Resources for Children with Complex Medical Needs None · Children's Mercy Kansas City Primary Care Preparation for Children with Medical Complexity for Emergency Encounters in the Community 2018 · Nemours Children's Health, Children's Mercy Kansas City

---

The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

---