New to this site & parenthood (!!) so not sure if I'm going about this the right way but would b grateful for some advice from real parents as the various professional guidelines and resources have me worried!
I have an 8week old and am terrified about overheating. Our flat is warm anyway but with the recent hot weather it has got worse and no matter what I do (windows open, fan on, blinds closed during day etc) I cannot get our bedroom temperature (where baby sleeps in his moses basket) below 22-24C - my GroEgg thermometer is constantly glowing red and making me feel awful! I know the guidelines to reduce risk of SIDS suggest 16-20C is recommended but I cannot get room temp within this range. Baby sleeps in a vest and nappy and I have put a light sheet or cellular blanket over him (to his waist) when I've thought he felt cooler in the night (although generally he is warm without) I am just obsessed with the temperature and terrified about SIDS / baby overheating in the night - does anyone else have a similar situation and any advice?
Sorry for wordy post but This is causing great anxiety and reducing sleep even more than usual so any reassurance would be appreciated!
Many thanks in advance!
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Can't reduce room temperature...terrified of overheating & SIDS
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NannyLB · 06/08/2013 13:38
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