Most mothers in the world sleep safely with their babies and enjoy the experience. This leaflet covers safety issues to be aware of when mother and baby share a bed.

The leaflet has been adapted from the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) UK Bed Sharing leaflet. It is produced by the Victorian committee of BFHI Australia, together with the Australian Breastfeeding Association, the Maternity Coalition, Midwives in Private Practice and the Australian Lactation Consultants' Association.