12/03/2026
Myth VS Fact
Others may suggest a bouncer, swing, or hammock to help your baby settle or sleep, but these inclined products are not approved for safe sleep.
Why inclined products aren't safe for sleep.
When a baby is placed on an inclined surface, their head can fall forward into a chin-to-chest position, which may partially block their airway and reduce oxygen flow. This can increase the risk of Sudden Unexpected Infant Death.
That's why Red Nose Australia recommends that babies always sleep on a firm, flat surface.
Product safety and risks:
Inclined products such as bouncinettes, bouncers, rockers, and hammocks do not meet Australia's mandatory safety standards for infant sleep products.
What parents and carers can do
• Only use rockers, bouncinettes, and swings for short periods while your baby is awake and supervised - not for sleep.
• If your baby drifts off in one of these, gently move them to a safe, flat sleep space.
• Make sure anyone caring for your baby understands these safe sleep practices.
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