Parents are never sure of the precautions that they should take to ensure the safety of their infants. To add to the concerns, they frequently hear news that inadequate safety measures (and not SIDS) are the actual reasons behind the increase in infant deaths. Nothing can be more unsettling for parents who are concerned with the safety of their newborn.

Governmental institutions publish standards for cribs and crib beddings regularly. However, when we go shopping, factors like price and appearance of the product take over and safety is too often forgotten. The irony is that this happens not only with the uninformed but also with parents who are conversant with safety regulations and are primarily concerned about safety of their child.

An exceptionally large blanket can potentially lead to the same hazardous effect as a soft mattress or a pillow that traps exhaled carbon dioxide and leads to re-breathing by an infant in the crib.

An infant blanket sleeper is a single-piece, loose-fitting night dress for infants, which keeps them warm without the need of a blanket. It can be zipped around the infant or slipped over another night dress. A well-made infant sleeper ensures that the feet are covered for protection against cold. The blanket sleeper can be snapped close or open at the legs to facilitate frequent diaper change. If you wish to see how it will look on the baby or select a particular style you can do so on a website for crib comforters and quilts . You may even find one with a detachable hood.

Considering that a blanket sleeper is a likely substitute for a blanket, it may be best to buy a blanket sleeper made of thick flannel or fleece. It is also a good option for toddlers, especially those who kick off sheets and blankets in their sleep.

References:

http://babyproducts.about.com/od/faqs/f/sleeperfaq.htm
http://www.babygoodies.com/blslbabl.html   

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