Question 1

Back. Alone. Crib.

Accepted Answer

The safest way for babies to sleep.

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Safe Sleep saves lives. Most infant sleep deaths happen when a baby sleeps with soft objects, in an adult bed, or on a couch. Protect your baby: Back. Alone. Crib. Every nap. Every night.

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Safe Sleep saves lives. Keep babies Back, Alone, in a Crib for every nap and night.

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Unsafe sleep is a leading cause of preventable infant deaths. A simple routine of Back, Alone, Crib can save lives. Please share this message with families in your network.

Conversation Starter
“Did you know most sleep-related infant deaths happen when babies aren’t sleeping alone in a crib? I just learned how important ‘Back. Alone. Crib.’ really is.”

Research Facts
• About 3,500 babies in the U.S. die each year from sleep-related causes.
• Babies placed on their back to sleep are far less likely to die from suffocation.
• Most sleep deaths happen during routine naps or nighttime sleep, not emergencies.

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Question 2

Bare Crib is Best

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No loose items. No added risk.

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No blankets. No pillows. No stuffed animals. Babies sleep safest in a bare crib. These simple steps help prevent suffocation and overheating.

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A bare crib = safest sleep. No blankets, pillows, or toys.

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Many families don’t realize how dangerous soft bedding can be for infants. A firm mattress and a bare crib help prevent sleep-related deaths. Share to help protect children.

Conversation Starter
“I used to think blankets and stuffed animals were harmless, but I learned they can actually block a baby’s breathing during sleep.”

Research Facts
• Soft bedding is one of the leading risk factors for infant suffocation.
• Babies cannot move objects away from their face if their airway is blocked.
• Sleep sacks keep babies warm without the danger of loose blankets.

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Question 3

The Risk of Bed Sharing

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Keep baby close, but in their own sleep space.

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Bed-sharing greatly increases a baby’s risk of suffocation, especially on couches or adult beds. Keep baby close, but in their own safe sleep space.

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Bed-sharing is risky. Baby needs their own crib or bassinet for sleep.

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Most sleep-related infant deaths happen during bed-sharing. We can prevent these tragedies by giving babies their own sleep space every time.

Conversation Starter
“I know bed-sharing feels comforting, but I learned it greatly increases the risk of suffocation, especially when a parent is exhausted.”

Research Facts
• Bed-sharing increases the risk of infant death several times, especially for babies under 4 months.
• The risk is highest on adult beds, couches, and recliners.
• Room-sharing (baby in a crib near the bed) reduces risk without added danger.

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Question 4

Night Feeds

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Exhaustion makes safety harder, but planning can help.

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Night feeds are exhausting, but please keep baby safe. Feed in a safe chair, and if you feel sleepy, place baby back in their crib before resting. Couches and recliners are very dangerous.

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Sleepy during night feeds? Place baby back in a crib. Couches and recliners are unsafe.

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Many infant deaths happen during late-night feedings when a caregiver falls asleep on a couch or recliner. Encouraging safe feeding routines saves lives.

Conversation Starter
“Late-night feedings are so hard. I learned that couches and recliners are some of the most dangerous places to fall asleep with a baby.”

Research Facts
• Couches and recliners carry one of the highest risks for infant suffocation.
• Most caregivers involved report being extremely tired, not careless.
• Placing baby back in a crib before resting dramatically lowers risk.

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Question 5

Share Info and Save a Life

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One message can change a routine.

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You can help prevent an infant sleep death. Share this message today:
ABCs of safe sleep = Alone. On their Back. In a bare Crib.
One post can save a life.

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Share this to help save a life: Alone. Back. Crib.

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Sharing safe sleep information helps save infant lives. One message can change a family’s routine and prevent a tragedy.

Conversation Starter
“I’m trying to share safe sleep tips whenever I can. I know even one conversation could protect a baby.”

Research Facts
• Most parents involved in sleep-related deaths did not know their setup was unsafe.
• Safe sleep education significantly reduces infant deaths.
• Repetition matters. Families are more likely to follow guidance when they hear it from trusted people.

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