October is SIDS Awareness Month - Halo SleepSack #Giveaway

New mothers are sleep deprived.  In an effort to get more sleep, they often resort to bringing their babies to bed with them despite warnings by doctors and safe sleep experts that bed sharing can be dangerous for the infant. In fact a recent Safe Kids USA/American Baby survey found that 38% of moms do so regularly.  Approximately half of all infant suffocation deaths happen in an adult bed and, when compared with sleeping in a separate space, the overall infant death is more than 40 times higher for a co-sleeping baby.  Proponents are also saying that sleeping next to baby promotes bonding, easier breastfeeding and better sleep for both mom and baby.  What is a mother to do? 

     The new HALO™ Bassinest™ Swivel Sleeper (www.halobassinest.com) is the perfect solution to this dilemma.  This unique infant bassinet moves to allow baby to sleep as close as mom wants – closer than with any other bassinet, even right next to her in bed.  Yet baby sleeps safely in his own separate sleep area, thereby reducing the risks that are associated with bed-sharing which persist today as a threat to baby’s health.

 The breakthrough design of the HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper provides not only a safe sleep space for baby, but also easier, more convenient sleep for mom. The dual-swivel of the Bassinest Swivel Sleeper allows it to rotate a full 360 degrees from two different pivot points. The first swivels elliptically, allowing the Bassinest to be pulled into the bed next to mom; the second rotates circularly, making it easy for mom to angle it as needed, and making it more comfortable for her to get in and out of bed.  (This is particularly important to the one-third of new moms who have a C-section birth and have a longer and more painful recovery.)  The unique design also means baby is always close by and visible at mom’s eye level, allowing mom to reach in and soothe baby quickly, while mesh walls provide maximum visibility and breathability.  Its swivel design and patented retractable wall also help mom tend to many of her baby’s needs while still in bed for greater convenience and comfort, as well as better, more restful sleep.   

TIPS TO KEEP YOUR BABY SAFE

 

ALWAYS

• Place baby to sleep on his or her back at naptime and at night time.
•  Room-share, but don’t bed share; the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend against bed sharing as it can lead to an increased risk for accidental suffocation.
• Use a crib or bassinet that meets current safety standards with a firm mattress that fits snugly and is covered with only a tight-fitting crib sheet.
• Remove all soft bedding and toys from your baby’s sleep area (this includes loose blankets, bumpers, pillows and positioners). The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests using a wearable blanket instead of loose blankets to keep your baby warm.
• Offer a pacifier when putting baby to sleep. If breastfeeding, introduce pacifier after one month or after breastfeeding has been established.
• Breastfeed, if possible, but when finished, put your baby back to sleep in his or her separate safe sleep area alongside your bed.

 

NEVER

• Never put your baby to sleep on any soft surface (adult beds, sofas, chairs, water beds, quilts, sheep skins etc.)
• Never dress your baby too warmly for sleep; keep room temperature 68-72 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Never allow anyone to smoke around your baby or take your baby into a room or car where someone has recently smoked.

Sweepstakes

During SIDS Awareness Month in October, HALO is running “30 Days of Giveaways” on their Facebook page. Each Friday, a HALO Bassinest will be given away.

     The Bassinest Swivel Sleeper can also help support nursing moms particularly during the nighttime.  Those who have tested the product find nighttime feedings more convenient as baby can be easily lifted to the breast without getting out of bed. The Bassinest also comes with a unique nursing timer which will alert mom when it’s time to switch sides or return baby to his sleep space – which can also be done without leaving the bed.   Other features include a nightlight, soothing nature and womb sounds, music and gentle vibration. The Bassinest is now available at select retailers.


The Giveaway

In honor of SIDS Awareness month, one lucky winner will receive a Halo Sleepsack. This giveaway will end on  10/21/14 at 12:00am EST. Open to the US only. The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply. Thanks again to Halo for offering this fantastic prize.

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