Baby sleep advice has changed a lot over the last 30 years so there’s a chance your parents, siblings, cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends aren’t up to date with the latest guidance. Send them this webpage for a quick overview on safer sleep for babies: bit.ly/4ac343g

Our advice is for babies aged 0-12mth, and is for EVERY sleep, day and night, for the whole of that 1st year. Babies born before 37 weeks of pregnancy will need to do it for a bit longer - until 12mth after their due date, rather than their birth date

Looking, listening and warmly responding to your baby may seem small, but it makes a big difference to their future wellbeing.

Get more tips at #StartForLife : nhs.uk/start-for-life…

Encouraging young people to get outside is vital for boosting their mental and physical wellbeing!

Visiting local parks, playgrounds and clubs can make moving fun and increase time spent in fresh air.

Check our our #MoveWithUs resources : activeessex.org/move-with-us/

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Explore the varied perspectives as they shed light on the importance of diverse narratives.

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Babies shouldn't sleep on anything that isn't firm and flat. We advise moving your baby onto a firm, flat surface (e.g. cot / Moses basket) if they fall asleep in one of these:
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⚜️ Beanbag
⚜️ Hammock
⚜️ Baby swing
⚜️ Bouncer / rocker
⚜️ Pod / nest
⚜️ Highchair

Some common baby items increase the risk of accidents. We recommend against the following products:
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❌ Cot bumpers
❌ Sleep positioners
❌ Pillows*
❌ Bulky bedding*
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*Until baby is at least 12mth old

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Lovingly meeting your baby’s needs helps them to learn to manage their emotions, build their confidence, and reduces the risk of future mental health issues.

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If your little one falls asleep in an inclined or seated position, move them to a firm, flat surface such as a cot or Moses basket. Babies have heavy heads and short necks so their head can easily flop down onto their chest and restrict the airway.

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Reduce some of the risks of using a second-hand mattress by choosing one that:
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💧 Has been protected by a waterproof cover
⭐ Is in good condition
🧵 Has no rips or tears
🤜 Is firm and flat
🔥 Has a fire-resistant label
📏 Fits well with no gaps

Going abroad this Easter? 😎 Be sure to bookmark our Summer Safety web page! It has tips on keeping baby cool, safer sleep in the heat, and information about travelling with a little one: bit.ly/3vdBXXf

Whilst many parents will hang a blanket over their baby’s pram or buggy to protect them from the sun, we advise against it. This is because it reduces airflow around your baby and can cause overheating. Instead, we recommend using a clip-on sunshade or parasol.

Did you know sleep quality can impact your mental & physical health? Last week we celebrated #WorldSleepDay by hosting a sleep management webinar.

See tips from the session below & for further support check out our FREE SilverCloud CBT Sleep course keepingwellnel.nhs.uk/resources/well…

Thank you for another fantastic #SaferSleepWeek . We really hope you’ve found our new guidance around protecting babies’ airways helpful. Thanks to you, we’ve appeared on around 2 million social media feeds this week with our vital messaging. Thank you for all your support! 💛💙

Travel cot mattresses are often thinner and harder than cot mattresses, but don’t be tempted to ‘pad it out’. Extra quilts or folded blankets increase the risk of accidents and SIDS. Just make sure it is firm, flat, fits the frame well, and has a waterproof cover.

Why is a firm, flat, clear sleep space so important? Why do these features make the sleep space safer? If you’ve ever wondered this, then this is the post for you. Swipe the images to find out why these are key to providing a safer sleep space for your little one #SaferSleepWeek