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Guidance for Birthing Hospitals on Infant Safe Sleep

Below are ways for Birthing Hospitals to promote infant safe sleep

Have a comprehensive Safe Sleep Policy/Protocol that is consistent with the current American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Policy Statement on SIDS and Other Sleep-Related Infant Deaths.
Demonstrate broad Staff Training.
Have a thorough and consistent program for Parent Education.
Spread the Word about infant safe sleep beyond your nursery walls.

Quick Links

Infant Safe Sleep

Parent Education Resources

The CDC recommends how to Help Baby Sleep Safely
Links to online parent education videos:

PSA in Spanish
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)

CDC Safe Sleep Campaign
Safe Sleep for Your Baby (video) by the AAP

Free parent education print materials:

National Institute for Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) - brochures for parents and grandparents in English and Spanish
American Academy of Pediatrics fact sheet in English and Spanish
University of Maryland Center for Infant and Child Loss – call 410-706-5089

Sample parent acknowledgement form
Sample parent pledge forms

Other Resources

MDH Infant Safe Sleep Flyer [English]
Safe to Sleep - NIH Campaign Education
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Updated Recommendations: Back is Best
Cribs for Kids - Find a location near you to receive a crib (there may be eligibility requirements)