From the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
A firm, flat surface only
The AAP and CPSC recommend placing a baby to sleep on a firm, flat, non-inclined surface in a crib, bassinet, or play yard. Soft surfaces, inclines, and padding increase suffocation risk.
Federal standard for infant sleep products
Under the CPSC’s federal safety standard for infant sleep products, products marketed for infant sleep must have a sleep surface angle of 10 degrees or less. Inclined sleepers and many loungers do not meet this standard.
Loungers are for supervised awake time, not sleep
Baby loungers and nursing pillows are intended for supervised, awake use only — never for sleep, and never inside a crib or bassinet.
Nothing else in the sleep space
Keep crib bumpers, pillows, blankets, and soft toys out of the sleep area. Several crib bumpers and padded products have been recalled for suffocation risk.
48 infant sleep products recalled 2024–2026, grouped by type. Each links to its official recall record.
Safe baby sleep: common questions
Where should my baby sleep?
On a firm, flat surface in a crib, bassinet, or play yard that meets federal safety standards — alone, on their back, with no pillows, bumpers, or soft bedding. This is the guidance from the AAP and CPSC.
Are baby swings, rockers, and bouncers safe for sleep?
No. The AAP and CPSC warn that babies should not sleep in swings, rockers, bouncers, or other inclined or seated products — the angle and soft sides raise the risk of suffocation. Several have been recalled after infant deaths. TinySafe tracks 13 recalled swings, rockers, and bouncers. Move a sleeping baby to a firm, flat surface.
Are baby loungers and nests (like Snuggle Me or Boppy) safe for sleep?
No. Baby loungers and infant 'nests' are intended for supervised awake time only, not for sleep — their soft, padded sides raise the suffocation risk. TinySafe tracks 14 recalled loungers and nests, most for a suffocation hazard.
Which infant sleep products have been recalled?
TinySafe tracks 48 recalled infant sleep-related products (2024–2026), including swings and rockers, baby loungers and nests, crib bumpers, crib and play-yard mattresses, bassinets, and inclined sleepers. 75% were recalled for a suffocation or entrapment hazard. The full grouped list with official CPSC sources is on this page.
My baby started rolling — is it still safe to swaddle for sleep?
Once a baby shows signs of rolling, safe-sleep guidance is to stop swaddling, because a swaddled baby who rolls to their stomach has a higher suffocation risk. Many parents move to a sleep sack. Talk to your pediatrician about timing for your baby.
Are crib bumpers safe?
Federal guidance advises against padded crib bumpers because of suffocation risk, and several have been recalled. TinySafe tracks 8 recalled crib bumpers.
How do I check if my baby's sleep product has been recalled?
Find the product’s brand and model in the list on this page, or search the TinySafe recall index. Each entry links to the official CPSC recall record so you can confirm the affected models.
TinySafe is an independent app and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the FDA or CPSC. Always confirm recall details with the official source. The absence of a recall does not guarantee a product is safe.