Before I brought my first baby home from the hospital, I did a lot of research about where she would sleep. I knew I wanted to keep her close, but I also knew I wanted her to have her own safe sleep ...

Bassinets and cribs are both safe sleep spaces for babies. They provide a firm, flat surface for the essential sleep your baby needs, which is about 16 or 17 hours per day for the average newborn, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Several years ago, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) announced that the safest place for a newborn ...

Focusing on safe sleep practices for infants is crucial, especially in Indiana, where sleep-related deaths are the third leading cause of infant mortality. At least one infant dies each week in ...

The AAP recommends babies sleep on their backs on a firm, flat surface to reduce the risk of SID. Parents should not use soft objects like pillows, blankets, or toys in a baby's sleep area. Supervised ...

Sleep is precious – for you and your baby. But while those quiet hours are essential for rest and growth, they also come with risks many parents aren’t fully aware of. The good news? A few simple safe ...

October is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Awareness Month, a reminder for parents and caregivers that unsafe sleep setups can put babies in danger. Consumer Reports found that some infant products ...