Being a parent or caregiver

It's never too early to start preparing a safer sleep space for your little one. Here, we guide you through safer sleep from day one, sleep deprivation, and help discuss safer sleep with loved ones who also care for your baby.

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Practicing safer sleep whilst caring for a baby

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Baby sleep patterns

Parents and carers often worry about their babies’ sleep and might try tips or hacks to get them to sleep longer, but these can be dangerous. Learn more about what to expect and baby sleep patterns.

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New and expectant parents

There is lots to learn when you become a parent, and many opinions, too. Our expert information is designed to help you prepare a safer sleep space for your little one, giving you peace of mind.

Expectant parents
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Other carers or babysitters

Whatever your relation to the baby you're looking after, our safer sleep advice gives simple steps on how you can sleep babies to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

Other carers/babysitters
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Sleep deprivation

Coping with a lack of sleep as a parent can be very challenging. It might feel like everyone else's babies sleep more than yours, or you worry that you're doing something wrong.

Sleep deprivation
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Smoking

If you or your partner smoke while you're pregnant, or after the birth, the risk of SIDS is greatly increased. We guide you through keeping your baby smoke-free, and where to seek further help.

Smoking