A recent BBC investigation has uncovered alarming practices within the baby-sleep advice industry, where self-proclaimed experts are giving guidance that contradicts NHS safety guidelines. This has prompted calls from health professionals and families for immediate regulation to protect vulnerable infants from potentially dangerous advice.
Currently, anyone can label themselves as a baby-sleep consultant without any formal qualifications or oversight, leading to misinformation that could increase the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). The lack of regulation means parents may unknowingly rely on unsafe practices, putting their babies at risk.
For UK parents, this situation highlights the critical need for trustworthy information when seeking help with infant sleep. The absence of regulation means that parents must be cautious and discerning about the advice they receive, as not all
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BBC News
