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For many babies it is likely that a combination of factors affect them at a vulnerable stage of their development, which leads them to die suddenly and unexpectedly. Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is the sudden and unexplained death of an infant where no cause is found after detailed post mortem. 'It is hard for parents when they are trying to choose from the overwhelming number of baby products on offer and many people make the reasonable assumption that if an item is sold on the high street or made by a recognised brand it is safe for their baby. Issuing the warning, The Lullaby Trust said: 'As a SIDS charity, we have watched with concern as products that go against safer sleep advice gain popularity. The Lullaby Trust has previously issued a warning to parents against buying cushioned sleeping pods, nests and baby hammocks, saying they do not conform to safer sleep guidelines, yet are still on sale in many high street stores.Ĭreated by trusted brands and available in well known stores, the charity says 'manufacturers make inaccurate claims about the safety of their products and as there are no safety standards that relate to sudden infant death syndrome it is very difficult for parents to know which products are safe for their baby'. Mum Chloe with Maisie (Image: Chloe Elliott / Facebook)

The M.E.N has approached DockATot for a comment. While DockATot's description makes it clear that babies should not be unsupervised, many parents use such products for their babies to sleep on, with the previous name of 'Sleepyhead' suggesting that's what they're for. The product - and similar versions - are available from a number of retailers and described as a 'docking station for your baby', providing 'the ideal spot for babies for supervised lounging, playing, cuddling, diaper changes and tummy time'. Parents react as Matalan accused of 'sexualising' children with girls' rangeĬhloe's Sleepyhead was given to her by her sister, but the product has since been rebranded the DockATot Deluxe.

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How to sign up to our Manchester Family newsletter.Sharing a link to the Lullaby Trust website, which offers advice on safe sleep, she added: 'Please share with anyone who has or is expecting a baby.' Read More Related Articles I normally stay with her - but just went downstairs to get some washing.' 'I strongly advise against using these pods and if you do to ensure you are with them at all times. I just hate to think what would have happened if I left her any longer.

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Her skin was mottled and purple and she was covered in sweat. Poor thing couldn’t breathe against the side of the pod. 'I left Maisie for three mins in her Sleepyhead Deluxe to find her gasping for air. Mum Chloe's Facebook post (Image: Chloe Elliott / Facebook)

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