It’s #SaferSleepWeek, the annual awareness campaign around reducing sudden infant death
syndrome (also known as SIDS). We’re proud to support @lullabytrust as they discuss the
subject of ‘the safest place’.
Airway advice
A baby’s airway or breathing tube can easily block, narrow or fold, making it difficult for them
to breathe. It’s #SaferSleepWeek over at @lullabytrust and they’re talking about how to create
the safest place for a baby to sleep in a way that protects these vulnerable airways and reduces the risk of SIDS and accidents.
Firm & flat tick boxes
A baby’s airway may become blocked or restricted if they sleep somewhere that isn’t firm and
flat. As part of #SaferSleepWeek, @lullabytrust have released these images looking at which
products aren’t suitable for sleeps and naps. Remember: your baby should only sleep in a
product that is firm AND flat.
Firm, flat mattress means…
Sleeping on a firm, flat mattress helps to keep your baby’s airway (breathing tube) open and
clear. This is the key takeaway from #SaferSleepWeek over at @lullabytrust. Specifically, a ‘firm, flat mattress’ means:
- Not cushioned and no soft or raised area
- Baby’s head can’t sink in more than a few millimetres
- Doesn’t sag
- Doesn’t slope or tilt
Tap here to read more: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/about-
us/safer-sleep-week/