You want to keep your baby safe when she sleeps. Most babies are
healthy and have no problems when sleeping. But sometimes babies
die in their sleep. This is called Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
(SIDS) or crib death. Doctors have not found out what causes
SIDS.
Research shows that babies who sleep on their backs are less
likely to die from SIDS. If your baby has a health problem, your
doctor may tell you to put her in another position. Otherwise,
always put your baby to sleep on her back.
Other factors in lowering the danger of SIDS are:
- Breastfeeding–Your breast milk is the perfect food for
your baby. Breast milk helps protect your baby from many
illnesses, as well as SIDS. - Smoke-free
environment–Don’t smoke around your baby. Don’t take her around
others who smoke. Babies in smoke-free homes have fewer colds
and infections. - Closeness–Keep your sleeping baby
nearby. It’s good for your baby to learn to sleep in her own
crib. Be sure you can hear her if she cries or is in
distress. - Bedding–Be sure your baby is sleeping on a
firm mattress. Don’t put your baby to sleep on soft or fluffy
things, such as a pillow, quilt or waterbed. Keep stuffed
animals out of the crib at sleep time. - Temperature–Make
sure your baby is warm but not too hot. - Doctor
visits–Take your baby in for her regular checkups. Any time your
baby seems sick or has trouble breathing, take her to the doctor
or clinic.
About the author:
Paul Banas is a founder of GreatDad.com. He writes articles on
parenting, dads and pregnancy,
babies, baby names and many more topics related to dads.
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