10/23/2026
October is Safe Sleep and SIDS Awareness Month- Safe Sleep Saves Lives!
Every baby deserves a safe place to sleep! Small steps can make a big difference in protecting your little one during naps and nighttime.
Remember the ABCs of safe sleep:
Alone: Keep pillows, blankets, stuffed animals, toys, and bumpers out of baby's sleep space.
Back: Always place baby on their back for every nap and nighttime sleep.
Crib: Use a firm, flat, level sleep surface with only a fitted sheet. Keep baby's crib or bassinet in the same room where you sleep, ideally for at least the first 6 months.
Help us spread the word about safe infant sleep! Share these tips with family members, babysitters, and caregivers to help keep every baby safe.
🔗 Learn more at safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov