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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
Julia Banim

Expert's urgent plea to parents over dangerous bedtime mistake when tucking kids in

Parents have been urged not to make an all too easy mistake when tucking their child into bed at night, with a health expert warning the error could prove fatal.

When putting your little ones to bed at night, it can be tempting to wrap them up in warm, cosy clothing to keep them snug, particularly during chillier nights, but there are some items that should be avoided at all costs.

The expert in question has cautioned parents not to let their babies wear hoodies or other hooded clothing items while sleeping, and has also warned against bonnets, beanies, hats, and headbands.

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