Always put your baby to sleep on his back. This will reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
Use a firm mattress in the baby's crib. Soft surfaces like pillows or comforters could smother a baby.
For more information, see the interactive program from the March of Dimes Understanding Your Newborn.
For safety tips, read, Cribs and Bassinets and Cradles from Consumer Reports.
July 2008
