Safe infant sleep

On the back, for every sleep, until the first birthday. On a firm flat surface, in a crib meeting current standards. In the parents' room, but in a separate bed, for the first six months. Nothing in the crib: no blanket, pillow, bumper, positioner or stuffed toy. No bed sharing, and never on a sofa or armchair. Smoke-free environment, comfortable room temperature, no overheating. Breastfeeding and a pacifier at sleep time are protective.

Clinical content reviewed by Ducamelle Louis, Registered Nurse