Grandparents can play an important role in keeping their grandbaby safe during sleep! 

If you're a grandparent, here are some things you can do to help your grandbaby sleep safely:

Always make sure your grandbaby is sleeping alone. Never add soft objects, toys, crib bumpers, or loose bedding under grandbaby, over grandbaby, or anywhere in grandbaby’s sleep area.

Be sure to place your grandbaby to sleep flat on their back on a firm, non-inclined surface. The back sleep position is the safest position for all babies. Never place your grandbaby on their side or tummy. 

When your grandbaby is in your care, use a safe sleep environment such as a crib, pack n play, or bassinet. Surfaces such as couches, recliners, or adults beds are not safe for babies to sleep on. 

Remember that these recommendations should be followed every time your grandbaby is sleeping, for naps and at night.

Want to know more? Check out this safe sleep presentation made especially for grandparents! 

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