Bed Safety Checklist
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Your Bed
Unwrap the mattress from plastic and lean it against a wall in a well-ventilated room for a few days before sleeping on it.
Encase mattresses, comforters and pillows in impermeable covers.
Look for mattresses made of natural materials, such as cotton and wool.
Don?t allow your mattress to get damp.
Avoid linens which have been treated.
Air new linens outside on a warm day.
Launder bedding every two weeks in hot water.
Avoid down and feathers in pillows and comforters.
Bed Safety
Make certain that your fitted sheets stay secure and cannot be pulled loose.
Use a large mattress to provide ample room and comfort for everyone.
Do not wear nightclothes with strings or long ribbons.
Don't wear jewelry to bed, and if your hair is long, pin it up.
Do not allow pets to sleep in bed with your baby.
Never leave your baby alone in an adult bed.
Do not sleep with your baby if you are a large person.
Do not ever sleep with your baby if you have been drinking alcohol.
If your bed is placed against a wall or other furniture, check every night to be sure there is no space between the mattress and wall or furniture.
If your bed is raised off the floor, use mesh guardrails to prevent baby from rolling off the bed.
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Presented by:
Nicole Nichols-West
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Who it's for
This Bed Safety Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.
- Avoid forgetting - keep all your Bed Safety essentials in one place (external memory)
- Save time - start from a proven Bed Safety structure instead of a blank page
- Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
- Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
- Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time
How to use it
How to use this Bed Safety Checklist
- Save Bed Safety Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
- Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Bed Safety (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
- If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
- Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.