Stay away from things that are not deemed completely safe when it comes to buying baby bedding. When it comes to newborns avoiding any kind of suffocation risk in the crib is key, keep heavy blankets and pillows out of the crib during the newborn stages.

Use nursery decor outside of the crib, and hold onto them until your baby grows into a toddler.

While heirloom crib sets are often very attractive, older family members should be reminded that recommendations on sleep safety for babies have changed a lot over the years. You can ensure that your baby is both safe and comfortable in his crib by making careful choices about what goes in there.