It is well known that breast-feeding your baby provides your baby with the best possible start in life. Breast milk gives your baby all the nutrients they need for the first six months of life and helps protect them from infection. There is some evidence that breast-feeding your baby may help to reduce the risks of cot death.

When breast-feeding, it is important to ensure that you also continue to follow the safe-sleeping guidance to ensure that your baby remains as safe as possible. 

Breast-feeding your baby in bed might be easier, however, you should be aware that you are also more likely to fall asleep. It is important to ensure that you maintain a safe sleeping place for your baby, at all times. It is always safer to place your baby back in their cot before you go to sleep.