Expert information on keeping your baby safe

A baby is sleeping on their back. They have light skin and dark hair and wear a light yellow sleep suit.

Информация о безопасном сне

Safer sleep reduces the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS, previously known as cot death) occurring. Follow this expert advice until your child is 12 months old.

Baby is being checked over by a heath professional.

Infection and illness in babies

Babies have immature immune systems, so they're at risk from infections. Here we explain the signs and symptoms to look out for in babies, and how to prevent infections in babies.

Baby sleeping in a cot on their back. They have a light sleep suit on and the light is coming through the bars of the cot. They have light skin.

Путешествия и погода

Hot or cold weather or staying away from home, particularly if unplanned, can make safer sleep trickier. Our expert information offers tips and advice, giving you peace of mind.