They thought babies could just turn their heads and get fresh air. But researchers found that some infants don't have the motor skills to turn their heads, she says. Only 40 percent of the babies in this study were found dead in a crib or a bassinet. The rest were in adult beds, on a sofa, or even the floor. Nine of the 206 infants had been put to bed on their backs and then moved into the face-down position.
Soft bedding is dangerous, regardless of the initial sleep position of the infant.
What To Do Put your infant to sleep on its back. If it's cold, cover the child with several receiving blankets. The baby will be cozy enough. For more information on SIDS, check out the SIDS Network . Click here to find out more.