Safe Sleep Rules - North Carolina Healthy Start Foundation

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome or SIDS● is the sudden and unexpected death of an infant12 months of age or younger, for whom nocause of death can be found● happens most often during 2 to 4 months of age● occurs more frequently during the winter monthsAlthough SIDS cannot be prevented, caregiversand families can reduce the risk when they● keep baby from overheating● do not over-wrap the baby● do not let anyone smoke near the baby● create a safe sleep place for the baby● follow the examples in this posterStomach to Play … Back to Sleep for baby's healthy development and to reduce the risks of SIDS1. Allow only one baby per crib.2. Tuck blanket along 3 sides of the mattress.3. Consider checking sleeping baby every15-20 minutes.4. It is safest to keep toys, stuffed animals and fluffyblankets out of the crib when baby sleeps.5. Use a thermometer. Maintaining 68ºF to 72ºFis safe and comfortable.6. Put a No Smoking sign at your door.7. Make tummy time interactive and fun for baby.8. Review the safe sleep policy at staff orientation.9. Include your safe sleep policy in the parent andstaff handbooks.10. Keep your Training certificationup-to-date.XXXXX copies of this public document were printed at a cost of $xx or .xx each. 10/04North Carolina Law (G.S. 110-91-15) requires child care providerslicensed to care for children ages 12 months or younger to:*a waiver may applyplace infants on their back to sleep*develop and maintain a written safe sleep policyinform parents of policyreceive training

If you care for babies12 months of age oryounger, follow thesechild care rulesto promote sleepsafety and to reducethe risks forSudden InfantDeath Syndrome(SIDS).➊Always place baby onits back to sleep● A written waiver from a health careprovider or parent stating a differentsleep position is allowed in certaincircumstances➋Do NOT cover baby's head● Baby's head remains uncoveredthroughout sleep time➌Visually check the sleepingbaby and record informationchecked, the date and time➍Create a safe sleep placeUse a crib, bassinet or playpenUse a firm padded surface (mat ormattress)If objects are allowed in the cribwhen baby sleeps, your policy muststate what kind and how many➎Observe the roomtemperature where babysleeps● º● Keep record for 1 month➐Stomach to play➏No smoking➑Develop a writtenSafe Sleep Policy➒Share the Safe Sleep Policywith parents and staff➓Take the required * Trainingare in care or are being transported● There are restrictions about smokingand using tobacco products. Checkwith your licensing consultant formore informationposter in the infants' sleeping area● Talk to parents about the policy beforetheir child enrolls● Have parents sign a statement when thepolicy is explained and keep a copy● Give parents a copy of the policy● New providers must take training within4 months of being hired● Take training every 3 years● Receive contact hour credits* Infant/Toddler Safe Sleep and SIDS Risk Reduction in Child Care

www.nchealthystart.orgTo reduce the risk ofSudden Infant DeathSyndrome (SIDS)Keep Baby Comfortable.Not Too Hot.• Do not over-bundle baby• Use a light-weight blanket• Do not cover baby's face withblankets• Dress baby in layers that canbe removed• Know the signs ofoverheating• Keep room temperaturewhere baby sleeps 68º-72ºF.Not over 75ºFNorth Carolina HealthyStart Foundationoffers materials aboutwomen's and children'shealth, pregnancy,infant development,SIDS and access tochild health insurance.N.C. Division ofChild Developmentwww.ncchildcare.netCARELINE1-800-662-7030✂ CUT HERETo find a localITS-SIDS trainingcall or contact:http://www.nchealthystart.org/its-sidstrainer_list.htmlNorth Carolina Division ofChild Development at1-800-859-0829 (In-State only)or 919-662-4499Your Licensing ConsultantA Child Care Resource &Referral AgencySmart Start PartnershipCooperative Extension ServiceLocal health department✂ CUT HEREwww.NCHealthyStart.orgFor more information aboutSIDS call✂ CUT HERE