Placing babies to sleep on their backs is the safest way to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), also known as “crib death.”

Other ways to help protect your baby:

• Place your baby to sleep on a firm mattress.
• Remove fluffy blankets, comforters, and other soft items from the sleep area.
• Make sure your baby’s head and fact stay uncovered during sleep.
• Don’t let your baby get too warm while sleeping.
• Don’t smoke before or after the birth of your baby.
• Take your baby for well-baby check-ups.
• Get good health care before and during your pregnancy.

Source: National Institute of Child Health and Development