Bed-sharing

Bed-sharing means an infant and caregiver sleep on the same sleep surface rather than on separate surfaces.

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Back to sleep recommendations

What back sleeping means Back sleeping means placing an infant in a supine position, lying flat on the back with the face and airway unobstructed. The American Academy of Pediatrics and the National Institutes of Health recommend this position for every sleep, including naps, nighttime sleep, and sleep away from home, until 12 months of […]

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Helping baby settle independently

What independent settling means in infancy Independent settling is the developing ability to fall asleep, or return to sleep after a normal arousal, in a safe sleep space without needing the same level of caregiver assistance every time. It can include quietly looking around, sucking a hand, making small movements, vocalising briefly, or having a […]

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Caring for Baby While Recovering From a Sleepless Night

Start With a Safety Check Before beginning the day’s routine, pause for a brief functional assessment. Ask yourself whether you can stay awake, walk steadily, follow a simple sequence, and respond promptly to the baby. Severe sleep loss can produce microsleeps, slowed reaction time, impaired divided attention, and poor risk appraisal. You may feel capable […]

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What to Do When Baby Rolls Onto the Stomach During Sleep

Start With the Back-to-Sleep Rule The safest default is still back sleeping at the start of every sleep. That means bedtime and naps both begin with baby placed on the back on a firm, flat, separate sleep surface. If baby later rolls onto the stomach on their own, that does not automatically mean you did […]

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Crib vs bassinet which to choose

What is the difference between a crib and a bassinet? A crib is a relatively large, fixed sleep enclosure designed for infants and, depending on the model and regulatory requirements, often usable into the toddler years. It usually has a stable frame, a firm mattress designed for that specific crib, and enough internal space for […]

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Portable cribs and travel beds

What portable cribs and travel beds are designed to do Portable cribs and travel beds are intended to provide a contained sleep surface when a full-size crib is unavailable or impractical. Depending on the model, the product may fold for transport, include mesh sides, or function as a play yard as well as a sleep […]

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Common crib setup mistakes

Mistake 1: Treating the crib like a cozy nest One of the most frequent crib setup mistakes is adding pillows, quilts, loose blankets, stuffed animals, sleep positioners, nests, or padded inserts to make the space look or feel more comfortable. For an infant, however, these items can obstruct the nose and mouth or create a […]

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