CCPHD’s Infant Safe Sleep Program provides free one-on-one education and free pack-n-plays to Calhoun families with new babies.

You can request a pack-n-play by calling 2-1-1 after 36 weeks of gestation
or contact the CCPHD at 269-234-3764.

Sleep-related death is the third most common cause of death for infants in Michigan. Most babies that die in a sleep environment are sleeping in an unsafe setting such as an adult bed, on a couch, cushion, armchair or on the floor.

CCPHD also provides safe sleep presentations to the community including parents/guardians, daycare staff, medical professionals, and anyone who cares for infants. Please see our [Hours & Locations] page for contact information to schedule a presentation for your group today.

Pack-N-Play     |     Safe Sleep Recommendations     |   Referral Form      |   Additional Links

Pack-N-Play Program
Free pack-n-plays are available to parents/legal guardians who meet the following qualifications:

• A resident of Calhoun County
• WIC/Medicaid Eligible
• Baby 6 months or younger
• Does not currently have safe sleep surface for baby and cannot afford one
• Has not received a Pack-N-Play through this service before

 Please call 2-1-1 during your third trimester to request a pack n play.

Pack n Play Program Referral Form

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Safe Sleep Recommendations
The best way to prevent sleep-related infant deaths is to follow the American Academy of Pediatrics' Guidelines for Infant Sleep Safety & SIDS Risk Reduction issued in 2011 which are:

• Always place your baby on his or her back for every sleep time. 
• Always use a firm crib mattress with a tight-fitting crib sheet. Car seats, bouncers, and swings are not recommended for regular sleep. 
• Your baby should sleep in the same room as you, but NOT in your bed (room-sharing without bed-sharing). 
• Keep soft objects or loose bedding out of your baby's crib. This includes pillows, blankets, bumper pads, stuffed toys, and any clutter. 
• Wedges and/or other items to prop/position your baby should not be used. 
• If you are pregnant you should receive regular prenatal care.

• The Choices program can discuss your best options for accessing prenatal care.

• Don’t smoke during pregnancy or after birth. 
• Breastfeeding is recommended. 
  • Clients of our Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program have 24/7 access to our Peer Counselors; specially trained staff that can assist and support your breastfeeding journey.
• Offer your baby a pacifier at nap time and night time. 
• Avoid covering your infant’s head or overdressing this can cause overheating. 
• Do not use home monitors or store-bought devices marketed to reduce the risk of SIDS. 
• Your infant should receive all recommended vaccinations. 
  • You can visit either of our clinics to make sure you and baby are up to date on your vaccinations.
• Supervised, awake tummy time is recommended daily to help your baby develop and become strong. Tummy time also helps lower the occurrence of flat heads. 
• 2022 AAP Safe Sleep Recommendations 

Additional Links

• For more information about Safe Sleep visit: www.michigan.gov/safesleep
• Fetal Infant Mortality Review (FIMR): Through individual case review, FIMR examines all the factors related to infant death, and determines local factors in the health system for mothers and infants where improvements can be made.
• Baby I got Your Back Grandparents
  
  
• Videos for Grandparents and other Trusted Caregivers
• Baby We’ve Got Your Back Brochure link to multiple languages – Arabic, Bengali, Burmese, Dari, French, Kinyarwanda, Nepali, Pashto, Spanish, Swahili, and English
• Charlie's Kids Safe Sleep Videos