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Can a dummy prevent cot death?
By Babyexpert.com on 10/05/2011 09:52:00
Advice on using a soother or baby dummy at bedtime
A recent survey found that 33% of parents didnt know that a soother can help reduce the risk of cot death. Recognised baby brand MAM are proud supporters of The Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths (FSID) and together they have teamed up
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New sleep advice from FSID
By Babyexpert.com on 22/06/2007 15:31:00
Cot death charity announces new safe sleeping advice for baby
The Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths (FSID) has announced is its latest safe sleeping message for parents. They are advising parents to settle their baby to sleep with a dummy - even for naps - to help reduce the risk of cot death.FSID says
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Sleep safely baby
By Babyexpert.com on 06/04/2006 13:48:00
Theres lots you can do to make sure your baby sleeps safe
Yep, it sends a shudder down your spine. Cot death is a phrase some mums react to by trawling the internet for statistics and facts, buying up baby magazines and books by the trolley-load for advice and generally wearing themselves out with worry
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Can I keep baby in bed after the birth?
By Babyexpert.com on 13/04/2006 12:22:00
Q: I'm due to give birth soon and would like my baby to stay in bed with me in hospital after the birth.
Midwife Nikki replies: Sleeping with your baby isn't recommended, either at home or in the hospital, for the first six months, and especially not if either you or your partner smokes, as this further increases the risk of cot death. If you have your
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Safe sleeping for your baby tonight
By Nicola Pearson on 21/05/2013 10:24:58
Feeding and cuddling in parents' bed is fine but new advice emphasises babies should sleep in their own cots
against sleeping alongside their baby only if they smoke, or if they have recently consumed alcohol or drugs.Professor Bob Carpenter, who led the study, said, “Although it is clear that smoking and drinking greatly increase the risk of cot death while bed
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Smoking and pregnancy
By Babyexpert.com on 05/03/2007 12:04:00
Finding it hard to give up? Thinking about the health of your baby might convince you now's the time to quit.
s development. Even passive smoking can harm your unborn child. On average, babies born to the partners of smokers weigh less than the babies of non-smoking parents. The risk of cot death is almost trebled in children whose mothers smoke during and after
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What is flat head syndrome?
By Babyexpert.com on 23/09/2007 16:24:00
How to prevent your baby suffering plagiocephaly - flat head syndrome.
on their skulls at a time when they are still soft and malleable.In recent years, the number of babies suffering from flat head syndrome has substantially increased. Since the Back to Sleep campaign aimed at reducing cot death, young babies now spend much
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Treat a fever fast
By Babyexpert.com on 06/04/2006 13:17:00
Knowing how to reduce a temperature will stop you worrying when your child gets ill
for your child's age and follow dosage instructions. Don't give aspirin to children under 16.Why keep them cool?A baby cannot regulate her body temperature and this puts her at risk of overheating, which has been linked to cot death. The Foundation
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Off to bed sleepyhead
By Babyexpert.com on 08/05/2006 12:36:00
If your little one is still bright and breezy at midnight, here are some tried and tested tricks to help her, and you, get a good nights sleep
music instead.Calm your fearsEvery new parent worries about cot death, and the latest advice from the Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths (FSID) is that babies should sleep in a cot in your room for the first six months. They also recommend
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New Mum Worries: Lack of Sleep
By Babyexpert.com on 21/03/2011 11:00:00
Our reassuring advice helps put your mind at rest.
s important that your baby doesnt overheat, as this has been found to be a risk factor in Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Its very rare though, so dont worry unnecessarily. MORE SAFE SLEEP TIPS: Place your baby on her back to sleep, in a cot, in a
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