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Back To Sleep –Safe Sleeping Position
•All You Need toCreate a Safe SleepEnvironment is:
•The CRIB
•The Firm MATTRESS
•The TIGHTLY FITTED Sheet
•The BABY
•Nothing More!!!
Seeing Double???Safe sleep keeps twins out
of trouble
• Twins have a higher risk of SIDS
• Safest for babies, even twins, to have their own sleep places
• Safe alternative is two cribs
Breastfeed yourBaby for a
Healthy Startin Life
• Encourage Breastfeeding
• Put baby back in safe place to sleep
Let’s Review• Back to Sleep• Simple, Safe Crib• Steer Clear of
Extra Gear• Feet to Foot• Keep Room Cool
(68-75 degrees)• Sneak a Peak• No Smoking
What is SIDS?Circle all that apply
a. Suffocationb. Preventable death of a babyc. Sudden unexpected death of
a babyd. All of the above
The safest sleep position for a baby
is… Circle all that apply
a. On the tummyb. On the sidec. On the backd. While sitting
It is NOT safe for a baby to sleep in a…
Circle all that apply
a. Car seat or swingb. Crib or bassinet by himselfc. Bed with brothers or sistersd. Bed with mom or dad