In a Prevention of Future Deaths Report, senior coroner for west London Lydia Brown emphasized the alarming lack of safety information about baby slings despite their increasing popularity. She noted that many parents are unaware of the risks involved, particularly the dangers of breastfeeding a young baby while using such carriers. The report highlighted a critical lack of guidance and visual aids illustrating safe versus unsafe configurations, which could play a vital role in preventing tragic outcomes.
The coroner pointed out that there is 'very little' safety information available to parents regarding baby slings. This lack of guidance is particularly concerning given that the use of baby carriers has significantly increased. In her report, she called for the establishment of industry standards that promote the safe use of slings, advocating for clearer information and helpful visual representations about safe positioning to avoid incidents that could lead to suffocation.
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