However, there are many things new parents can do once a baby has arrived to reduce their infant's risk for SIDS. Always lay a baby to sleep facing up – placing an infant on their side and tummy to sleep is not safe. Never smoke while pregnant and never smoke or let others smoke around a baby, as smoking is a major risk factor for SIDS. Do not leave soft objects, such as all those plush toys and blankets or crib bumpers received as gifts from relatives to celebrate the joyous new arrival, in the crib.
Sharing the bed to sleep with a new baby is not recommended, an infant should be placed in its own crib, preferably in the same room as their parents.Don't let a baby overheat. If an infant has damp hair, a heat rash or looks sweaty – they are too hot. Light wearable sleepers and room fans can help keep baby cooler. Be sure to lay baby to sleep in a quality, approved crib on a firm mattress. Do not let an infant sleep on soft surfaces such a couch or sofa, pillow or waterbed.
If possible, breast feed baby as it has been shown to reduce the risk of SIDS. Offer a baby a pacifier when they are put down to sleep, but if breastfeeding, it is recommended to wait until the baby is about one month old before offering a pacifier. Consider investing in a baby monitor system that combines movement-detection capabilities with both video and audio functions. Baby monitors which provide all three functions in one mobile system can be used at home or when traveling.
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