When you become new parents, Mom and Dad will probably get a lot of information and tips about baby care. One of them is about the use of baby cribs which are said to be at risk of causing the baby to die suddenly. Is this information correct?
Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) or sudden infant death syndrome is a condition when a baby dies suddenly without any obvious signs and reasons, even though previously he was healthy and seemed active.
This scary syndrome is usually more common in newborns and babies aged about 2 to 4 months.
The cause of SIDS is not yet known with certainty, but there are several factors that are thought to make a baby more at risk of sudden death, such as genetic disorders, being born prematurely, or due to environmental factors, such as bedroom temperatures that are too cold or too hot.
In addition, the use of baby box Or a baby box is also said to increase the risk of SIDS.
Crib Causes SIDS, Myth aknow facts?
In fact, putting babies to sleep in their cribs has not been shown to cause SIDS. Babies are actually safer sleeping in separate beds from adults.
However, parents still need to be careful. This is because the surface of the mattress that is too soft or soft in a crib or crib that is occupied by too many objects can put the baby at risk for SIDS.
To minimize the occurrence of SIDS in your little one, here are things you should pay attention to:
- Place your little one on a flat, solid, and comfortable mattress.
- Make sure to choose a baby crib that is safe, sturdy, and of good quality.
- Use bed linen and duvet only to cover the mattress.
- Keep the crib empty and do not place a lot of items, such as bolsters, baby pillows, dolls, or toys, in it.
- Do not put an extra mattress in the crib, do not cover your little one with a blanket or any cloth, and keep other items that can cover the face, neck or head while sleeping.
- Avoid covering around the crib with barriers or bumper to increase air circulation and reduce the risk of your little one getting caught in the barrier.
In addition, to be more secure, your little one should not be allowed to sleep in the same bed as Mother, Father, or other family members. This is to prevent the risk of him being crushed or suffocated while sleeping.
Notice Sleep Safety and Comfort Si Small
Not only environmental factors that must be considered, Mother and Father also should not ignore the comfort of the Little One when he sleeps.
To avoid SIDS, replace the use of blankets with pajamas, overalls, or clothes one-piece which covers the feet and hands, which are made of cotton. Besides being safe, these clothes also make your little one feel comfortable and warm throughout their sleep.
When your little one is asleep, pay attention to his position. Ideally, a good and safe baby sleeping position is on his back. Avoid letting your little one sleep on his stomach because this can block his airway by foreign objects around him, so the risk of SIDS increases.
However, if your little one is able to change sleeping positions on their own, usually around the age of 6 months, let him choose a position that makes him comfortable.
It is important to pay attention to the safety of using baby cribs, so that the risk of sudden infant death can be avoided. To make it easier to monitor your little one when he is in the crib, place the crib near the mother and father's bed.
After knowing the facts about the risks of the baby crib above, it is hoped that Mom and Dad will not easily believe in myths that are not necessarily true. If you find information that feels strange or doubtful, don't hesitate to consult a pediatrician.
