Safer sleep

Whilst preparing for the arrival of your baby its important to consider safer sleep.  There are lots of products available to support your babies sleep, however many are not needed.  The Lullaby trust recommend that all you need is:

• Moses basket or cot
• New firm, flat mattress
• Baby sleeping bag
• Sheets and blankets
• Room thermometer
• Car seat

We are aware that there are is an increased risks of sudden infant death with the products below and are not recommended:

• Pods or nests
• Pillows/ duvets/ thick heavy bedding
• Cot bumpers
• Hammocks
• Sleep positioners

Useful links

• Product guide The Lullaby Trust
• How to reduce the risk of SIDS for your baby The Lullaby Trust
• Safer sleep and SIDS