The Care of Infants in the Crib

  1. The infant should never be left alone when the side rails are down.
  2. The mattress should be lowered before the baby can sit unassisted and set at the lowest position as soon as the baby can stand.
  3. No toys or other articles should be left in the crib that can be used as steps for climbing out.
  4. The crib should be placed away from windows and from other furniture that could be used to climb out. Be sure no draw cords of curtains, blinds, or mobiles are hanging within reach of your child once they are able to grasp objects. These things pose a choking hazard.
  5. It has been determined that the safest sleeping position for an infant until 6 months of age is on their side or back.
  6. The baby's mattress should be firm and flat.
  7. No pillows should be used.