Month 1 · 3 notes
Safe sleep is the single most important thing this month. Always place baby on their back to sleep, on a firm flat surface, with nothing else in the crib. No blankets, no pillows, no stuffed animals. Car seat safety matters from day one. Make sure the seat is rear-facing and properly installed. If you're feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or exhausted, put baby down somewhere safe and take a breather. Shaken baby syndrome happens when caregivers reach their limit. It's okay to walk away for a moment.
You just brought a human into the world. Nothing about this is supposed to feel easy yet. If your baby is fed, warm, and held, you're doing it right. That's the whole job for now.
Baby must always sleep on their back on a firm, flat surface. No blankets, pillows, stuffed animals, or bumpers in the crib. SIDS is the leading cause of death for infants 1-12 months.
Always place baby on their back to sleep. Use a firm, flat mattress with a fitted sheet only. Keep the crib bare: no loose bedding, toys, or crib bumpers.
Never shake a baby. If you feel overwhelmed, put baby down in a safe place and take a break. Shaking can cause brain damage or death.
If you feel frustrated or overwhelmed by baby's crying, place baby safely in the crib and step away for a few minutes. Call a friend, family member, or helpline for support.
Rear-facing car seat must be properly installed. Harness should be snug, chest clip at armpit level. Never place a car seat on a shopping cart or elevated surface.
Install the rear-facing car seat according to manufacturer instructions. Ensure the harness is snug (you shouldn't be able to pinch excess webbing) and the chest clip is at armpit level.