Had My First Visit Today...Got In Trouble For Swaddling...Need Advice

[lovemykidstoo]

In Michigan we are allowed to use the "SwaddleMe" type blankets and also Halo type sleep sacks. I looked it up a few months ago and the technical assistance manual now has pictures included of what is acceptable.

I'm in michigan too. I've heard of the sleep sacks being okay, but don't know about the swaddlme type blankets. i haven't seen teh technical assistance manual with pictures. could you shoot me a link? Thanks!!

[lovemykidstoo]

I LOVE swaddling! That being said what sometimes works for me with an older child (perhaps after he turns 1yo if you have a no blanket rule) is to take a heavier blanket, sometimes I even fold a big blanket in quarters. I have them lay on their tummy and then put the heavy blanket on top of them. The weight of it makes them feel secure, similar to swaddling.

We have that no blanket rule here too and I hate it. We live in Montana, it's chilly! Also after they are over 1yo they can only have ONE blanket. I have several kids who have a snuggy blankie that they cuddle with and then after they fall asleep I like to cover them with another blanket.

You lay them on their tummies during sleeptime?

[SunnyDay]

I'm in michigan too. I've heard of the sleep sacks being okay, but don't know about the swaddlme type blankets. i haven't seen teh technical assistance manual with pictures. could you shoot me a link? Thanks!!

Here you go:

http://www.michigan.gov/documents/dhs/Home_TA_10-01-2008_248910_7.pdf

It is on page 90 (I think) under rule 400.1916

[lovemykidstoo]

Here you go:

http://www.michigan.gov/documents/dhs/Home_TA_10-01-2008_248910_7.pdf

It is on page 90 (I think) under rule 400.1916

Thanks so much. I haven't seen this before and is full of great info.

[MNMum]

Is Michigan the only state that says you can't have blankets in the PNP?

In Minnesota you may have your license pulled immediately if you are found to be out out of compliance with the rules regarding safe sleep.

Only mattress with waterproof covering, followed by tightly fitted sheet (nothing fancy allowed, thin only). No blankets or swaddles allowed. Sleep sacks with arms out are allowed. Up to 12 months. And that pack n play better not have any bunching in the mattress!

[youretooloud]

You lay them on their tummies during sleeptime?

She said over one year old. I lay them on tummies and put a blanket on them too. Heck, at one year, I just slide them in and let them figure it out themselves.

[lovemykidstoo]

She said over one year old. I lay them on tummies and put a blanket on them too. Heck, at one year, I just slide them in and let them figure it out themselves.

Thanks, I obviously missed that part.

[Blackcat31]

In Minnesota you may have your license pulled immediately if you are found to be out out of compliance with the rules regarding safe sleep.

Only mattress with waterproof covering, followed by tightly fitted sheet (nothing fancy allowed, thin only). No blankets or swaddles allowed. Sleep sacks with arms out are allowed. Up to 12 months. And that pack n play better not have any bunching in the mattress!

We are allowed to use swaddler blankets specifically made for swaddling. (like the photo below)

We can't use blankets but I have never seen anywhere in the rules/regs stating we can't use the swaddler things.

...and a bit off the original subject but the rules/regs do say infants can not sleep in anything with mesh sides (which would be PNP's according to my licensor)

9502.0425 PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT.
Subp. 9.

Infant and newborn sleeping space.

There must be a safe, comfortable sleeping space for each infant and newborn. A crib, portable crib, or playpen with waterproof mattress or pad must be provided for each infant or newborn in care. The equipment must be of safe and sturdy construction that conforms to volume 16, parts 1508 to 1508.7 and parts 1509 to 1509.9 of the Code of Federal Regulations, its successor, or have a bar or rail pattern such that a 2-3/8 inch diameter sphere cannot pass through. Playpens with mesh sidings must not be used for the care or sleeping of infants or newborns.

[MyAngels]

For Informational Purposes:

According to Caring For Our Children: National Health and Safety Performance Standards; Guidelines for Early Care and Education Programs, Third Edition

STANDARD 3.1.4.2: Swaddling

In child care settings, swaddling is not necessary or recommended.

RATIONALE: There is evidence that swaddling can increase the risk of serious health outcomes, especially in certain situations. The risk of sudden infant death is increased if an infant is swaddled and placed on his/her stomach to sleep (4) or if the infant can roll over from back to stomach. Loose blankets around the head can be a risk factor for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) (3). With swaddling, there is an increased risk of developmental dysplasia of the hip, a hip condition that can result in long-term disability (1,5). Hip dysplasia is felt to be more common with swaddling because infants’ legs can be forcibly extended. With excessive swaddling, infants may overheat (i.e., hyperthermia) (2).

COMMENTS: Most infants in child care centers are at least six-weeks-old. Even with newborns, research does not provide conclusive data about whether swaddling should or should not be used. Benefits of swaddling may include
decreased crying, increased sleep periods, and improved temperature control. However, temperature can be maintained with appropriate infant clothing and/or an infant sleeping bag. Although swaddling may decrease crying, there are other, more serious health concerns to consider, including SIDS and hip disease. If swaddling is used, it should be used less and less over the course of the first few weeks and months of an infant’s life.

TYPE OF FACILITY: Center; Large Family Child Care Home; Small
Family Child Care Home

RELATED STANDARDS:
Standard 3.1.4.1: Safe Sleep Practices and SIDS/Suffocation Risk
Reduction

[lovemykidstoo]

We are allowed to use swaddler blankets specifically made for swaddling. (like the photo below)

We can't use blankets but I have never seen anywhere in the rules/regs stating we can't use the swaddler things.

...and a bit off the original subject but the rules/regs do say infants can not sleep in anything with mesh sides (which would be PNP's according to my licensor)

9502.0425 PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT.
Subp. 9.

Infant and newborn sleeping space.

There must be a safe, comfortable sleeping space for each infant and newborn. A crib, portable crib, or playpen with waterproof mattress or pad must be provided for each infant or newborn in care. The equipment must be of safe and sturdy construction that conforms to volume 16, parts 1508 to 1508.7 and parts 1509 to 1509.9 of the Code of Federal Regulations, its successor, or have a bar or rail pattern such that a 2-3/8 inch diameter sphere cannot pass through. Playpens with mesh sidings must not be used for the care or sleeping of infants or newborns.

Ours says that too, but it means "playpens" which are different than pnp. they're the old standard exactly square playpens from back when I was a kid type of thing. I found that out when a friend of mine got written up because she was using one. the pnp's were fine, but playpen was not.

[Blackcat31]

Ours says that too, but it means "playpens" which are different than pnp. they're the old standard exactly square playpens from back when I was a kid type of thing. I found that out when a friend of mine got written up because she was using one. the pnp's were fine, but playpen was not.

I wish that were the case where I am but my licensor specifically said that means PNP's.

I am sure like everything else, it is open to interpretation by each county and/or licensor but it is what it is so I just use a bassinet for the littlest ones and transistion them to a PNP at 1 yr and then onto a nap mat by 15-18 months.

[lovemykidstoo]

I wish that were the case where I am but my licensor specifically said that means PNP's.

I am sure like everything else, it is open to interpretation by each county and/or licensor but it is what it is so I just use a bassinet for the littlest ones and transistion them to a PNP at 1 yr and then onto a nap mat by 15-18 months.

wow that stinks. so you have to have a bassinet for every child under a year? do they fold up?

[Blackcat31]

wow that stinks. so you have to have a bassinet for every child under a year? do they fold up?

I try to only take ONE child under 12 months at a time.

Once they reach 12 months, they are transistioned to the PNP and then onto a nap mat.

My bassinet doesn't fold. But I have plenty of space.

Babies under 12 months sleep in bassinet right in main area of house surrounded by all the noise and the chaos.

My DC house has 2 bedrooms and one is dedicated to littles under age 1-2 ONLY.

My bassinet is similar to this....mine doesn't have all that fluff.

[mema]

I try to only take ONE child under 12 months at a time.

Once they reach 12 months, they are transistioned to the PNP and then onto a nap mat.

My bassinet doesn't fold. But I have plenty of space.

Babies under 12 months sleep in bassinet right in main area of house surrounded by all the noise and the chaos.

My DC house has 2 bedrooms and one is dedicated to littles under age 1-2 ONLY.

My bassinet is similar to this....mine doesn't have all that fluff.

It is definitely left up to interpretation by county because we can use pnp, but can't use bassinets at all-not even for your own child during daycare hours. Well, I guess I should say that is what my licensor says, one of the other ones may say something else which ****s since you can also get a $200 fine for any sleep violations.

[mema]

I wasn't done!!!! Wonder what I hit

I'm kind of worried for when my licensor may show up in a few months for a few reasons. 1. I don't even know if I have the same licensor-her name is MIA on their website, but nothing has been said. 2. She said it was ok that the bottom bunched a little in the pnp corner. 3. I have heard from a few others that now they said no pnp, but a note that was sent out said it is ok.

When the babes I have grow up, I am done with under 12 months no matter what.