In this section, you'll find out:

  • what safe sleep practices are, and how they can lower the risk of SUDI
  • how to make your baby's bed and bedroom safe 
  • how to safely share your bed with your baby
  • about making the move from a cot to a bed
  • how to use a baby carrier safely.

You may be interested in the Health Promotion Agency / Te Hiringa Hauora campaign: Safe and healthy sleep for pēpe and whānau / Manaaki Tamariki: Kia au tō moe. Learn more about the campaign here. Watch ‘Just When the Sun Goes Down’, a lullaby that can be used to calm pēpē, māmā and whoever else puts baby to sleep.  

Need support with sleep and settling?

Call PlunketLine free on 0800 933 922 to speak with one of our friendly nurses. We also offer free, private online consultations with nurses specially trained in sleep and settling support for your pēpi.