BABY CRIBS can cause choking or strangling. Babies can be trapped between the crib slats, mattress, and sheets where they can be strangled or smothered.

What to do:

• Choose a firm mattress that fits the crib frame snugly.
• Make sure that sheets are secured around the mattress and cannot by pulled off by your baby.
• Check that the crib slats are less than 2" apart. Check that the corner posts are no higher than 1/16" above the top edge of the crib because a baby s clothing can catch on them.
• Remove toys, pillows, soft bedding, and plastic materials from your baby s crib.
• Use a sleeper instead of pillows and blankets.

Who to call: BPHC's Childhood Injury Prevention Program (617) 534-5197