The Bottom Line There is good evidence that infants who sleep on their back are at lower risk for SIDS. There is moderate evidence that bed sharing is risky. These risks are much higher if you or your partner smokes or drinks alcohol. There is some less-good evidence that room sharing is beneficial. The benefits to room sharing die out in the first few months. Infant and child sleep may be better if your child sleeps alone after the first few months. In the crib: Wearable blanket: check! Bumpers: very small risk, although small benefits as well. Sleeping on a sofa with an infant is extremely
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