Safer Sleep - Be Well BWD

6 Steps to Safer Sleep

Keep baby away from smoke
Put baby in a crib, cot or Moses basket to sleep
Never fall asleep with baby after drinking, taking drugs or medications that make you drowsy
Baby should sleep on their back with feet to the foot of the cot
Baby’s head and face should be uncovered, and they shouldn’t get too hot. The room should be 16-20 degrees Celsius
Breastfeed your baby. Visit our page here for support available.

Further guidance is available on the Lancashire Safeguarding website

Safer Sleep in Winter

In colder months, it may be tempting to wrap your baby up to keep them warm, but this can increase the risk of overheating and the chances of SIDS. These are the things to consider in colder months to keep your baby safe when they are sleeping:

Use layers rather than thick duvets. If baby is cold, add a layer of clothing or blanket
Firmly tuck in blankets and sheets so baby’s head is not covered by loose bedding
Do not add extra layers on top of a baby sleeping bag, choose a different instead. Always follow manufacturers guidelines when using these
Do not use a hat or hood when baby is indoors
Do not place baby’s cot next to a radiator or have a heat source aimed at the cot
Do not use hot water bottles in baby’s sleep space
If baby feels clammy or sweaty, they are too hot, so remove a layer of clothing or bedding

For more safer sleep guidance, visit the Lullaby Trust website.

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