Newborn & Infant Care

Create a safe sleeping environment for your baby by following these tips:

1. Always put baby on their back to sleep,

   even for naps.

2. Do not place baby to sleep in an adult bed,

   couch, or futon.

3. Remove any blankets, pillows, toys, and

   bumper pads from baby’s crib.

4. Make sure your crib is safety-approved

   with a firm mattress and tight fitting sheet.

5. Keep baby’s head and face uncovered and

   make sure they don’t get too hot.

   
   

6. Keep baby away from smoke, before

   and after birth.

7. Offer a pacifier, once breastfeeding is

   established.

8. Exclusively breastfeed for the first six

   months. However, any breastfeeding is

   beneficial.

9. Never shake or hurt your baby.