Carrie Shapiro-Mendoza

It can be tricky for parents because they might see magazine and other images where they see babies with blanket and pillows, this may reinforce the idea that these activities are safe and that’s the norm.

Carrie Shapiro-Mendoza

Parents are really well intentioned, they want to provide warmth and comfort to the baby, but all the baby really needs is infant sleep clothing.

Carrie Shapiro-Mendoza

We have little understanding of how many infants in the U.S. are put into sleeping environments where soft bedding or blankets may be used.

Carrie Shapiro-Mendoza

The danger is that thick blankets, quilt or pillows can obstruct the baby’s airway, which would keep them from being able to breathe.

Carrie Shapiro-Mendoza

There’s no need for other bedding. by Carrie Shapiro-Mendoza

There’s no need for other bedding.

Carrie Shapiro-Mendoza