When you look at an adult bed, it poses dangers that caregivers might not consider.
Adult beds may be soft or have fluffy mattress covers. They usually also have pillows and blankets and or a comforter on them. All these things can be dangerous to an infant and increase the risks of SIDS.
Adult beds that are pushed up against a wall can be another danger, because babies can become trapped between the wall and the bed. If the baby is old enough, he and or she could also fall off the bed, causing an injury.
Pointing out these risks is an effective way to start the conversation with a family where bed-sharing is currently taking place.
