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Entrapment

Entrapment is a safety hazard in which a child becomes caught in a gap or space and cannot get free.

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Safe toys for babies

Safe toys for babies

Why toy safety changes so quickly in infancy Babies do not use toys in the way adults expect. A newborn may briefly track a high-contrast object, while an older infant may grasp, shake, bang, throw, pull, crawl toward, and mouth the same object. Oral exploration is developmentally normal, but it means every accessible surface and […]

Crib mattress selection guide

Crib mattress selection guide

Start with the sleep space, not the marketing Begin by identifying the exact product the mattress will be used with: a standard full-size crib, mini crib, portable crib, or another manufacturer-defined sleep space. These categories are not interchangeable. A mattress that appears similar in a store or online listing may be too large, too small, […]

Common crib setup mistakes

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 […]