The article has been automatically translated into English by Google Translate from Russian and has not been edited.

An Israeli doctor told me whether it is possible to take children in parental bed

'20.11.2017'

A week of safe sleep is seven days in November, during which physicians around the world pay special attention to the prevention of sudden infant death syndrome, the true cause of which is still unknown. It is believed that the death of the infant leads to sleep in the parent's bed. Israeli doctors, one of the best in the world, decided to put an end to this issue, writes Vesty.co.il.

Pediatricians at Schneider Children's Hospital have published guidelines for parents that can significantly reduce the likelihood of health problems, including the risk of infant death syndrome, when a baby under one year of age suddenly dies for no apparent reason.

What do doctors recommend?

To sleep baby should be put in bed only on his back.
Sleep baby should take place in his separate bed. Putting the baby to sleep in the parent's bed, doctors do not advise until 6, and even better, until 12 months.
Lay the baby should be only on a hard children's mattress, which is firmly fixed bedding.
Never put soft toys in the crib or where the child is sleeping.
Do not recommend soft sides for the bed.
A sleeping baby can be given a nipple (babies who are breastfed - through 3-4 weeks after birth).
Do not overheat the baby - neither at the expense of clothing, nor due to the temperature of the air in the nursery.
It is advisable to breastfeed or breast milk.
Avoid smoking, alcohol and drugs during pregnancy.
For the prevention of infant death syndrome, do not rely on home heart monitors.
Vaccinate babies according to vaccination programs in your country.
During pregnancy, pay close attention to medical supervision and proper nutrition.