Military life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when it comes to caring for a baby. You might be solo parenting while your service member is deployed, your family could be in the middle of a PCS move or maybe you’re relocating away from friends and extended family. One thing that can make your life less stressful is to arrange a safe sleep space before bringing your baby home.
One of the ways for MilParents to keep their babies safe — and decrease the risk of sudden infant death syndrome — is by providing a safe sleep environment. Below are some things you can do to help make sure your baby is as safe as possible during sleep times.