The American Academy of Pediatrics wants you to know that secure, physically fit infants be layed to sleep on their backs on their crib bedding to reduce the chance of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). a few babies prefer sleeping on their stomachs and will not roll into this position. The next couple of ideas are sleeping safety ideas:
rn· Be certain the baby’s crib is in excellent repair. Slats should not be more than 2 3/8" apart. The sleeping mattress should be firm and fit the crib. The area between the mattress and crib side should not allow more than two digital finger pulse oximeter widths.
rn· Clothe your baby in warm clothing, and lay them on the crib bedding; provide the amount of blankets that you would find cheerful sleeping. · Place your baby on his or her back to sleep. · Keep the room temperature at about 70 degrees F.
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rnPlease don’t use things like plastic objects like trash bags as mattress covers under the crib bedding. These may suffocate the baby if allowed near the face.
rnDo not let cords from drapes or blinds near the crib, or stringed items that could strangle the toddler. Never put toys with small parts that could choke the baby in or near the crib.
rnNever let your baby sleep on a water bed or on soft, loosely filled cushion under the crib bedding. These can mold to the baby’s head and interfere with breathing.
rnBy three months of age, most full-term, normal infants should sleep through most of the night. If your baby has not settled into a good sleeping pattern by five or six months, take a close look at bedtime routines. It is okay to let your baby squirm. It is part of the learning process. · A impermeable changing area
rn· smaller plastic bags for diaper disposal
rn· A cloth diaper for wipe ups
rn· A lightweight blanket or sweater
rn· Cute crib bedding
rn· Two or three fun toys to entertain baby
rn· Once baby is eating solids, a jar or two of unopened baby food, a spoon, and eventually, a digital finger pulse oximeter-food to snack on
rn· At least two bibs
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rn(If you’re taking opened or premixed formula – a cold pack and insulated bag to keep it from spoiling.)
rn· a few extra towels from your crib bedding set
rn· little sizes of diaper rash ointment, and infant acetaminophen (NEVER give aspirin).
rn· A change of baby clothes and crib bedding in case of spit-up or a leaky diaper