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 Setting Policy on Infant Sleep Position

The American Public Health Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics have written guidelines for childcare centers called Caring for Our Children – National Health and Safety Performance Standards.  They have suggested rules that should be established regarding infant sleep position and surroundings.

Setting Policy on Infant Sleep Position (PDF)

A fact sheet about developing and communicating to parents rules on how infants are placed for sleep.