10/20/2026
ππΆ October is Safe Sleep Awareness Month! π€
Every baby deserves a safe place to sleep! Following safe sleep recommendations can help reduce the risk of sleep-related infant deaths.
π Remember the ABCs of Safe Sleep:
ALONE β No blankets, pillows, or stuffed animals.
BACK β Always place babies on their backs for every sleep.
CRIB β Use a safety-approved crib, bassinet, or play yard with a firm, flat mattress.
π‘ Need a safe place for your baby to sleep?
The Hocking County Health Department can help! Through our Every Baby Sleeps Safe program, eligible families may receive a portable crib and safe sleep education.
π Call us at 740-385-3030 to learn more!
π Safe Sleep. Every Baby. Every Nap. Every Night.