Handy Tips
We've pulled together our favourite (evidence based) resources to help you setup a safe sleep space and get the best out of your sheets!
Fit Check
Before you do anything else - CHECK YOUR FIT. A well fitting sheet is an essential part of sleep safety.
FIT GUIDE
Before you do anything else - CHECK YOUR FIT. A well fitting sheet is an essential part of sleep safety.
FIT GUIDE
Pre-Wash Sheets
Yes your sheets are clean.
However current advice recommends all new clothing and bedding for babies is washed prior to first use.
Yes your sheets are clean.
However current advice recommends all new clothing and bedding for babies is washed prior to first use.
Safe Sleep Space
Follow the 4 steps to a safe sleep space
- Safe Cot
- Safe Mattress
- Safe Bedding
- Safe Environment
Follow the 4 steps to a safe sleep space
- Safe Cot
- Safe Mattress
- Safe Bedding
- Safe Environment
Tips & Tricks
We love a good parent hack. And so will you.
We love a good parent hack. And so will you.
Fit Check
Before washing, test the fit of your sheet on the mattress it is intended for.
Make sure you have the correct size sheet for you mattress and you are happy with the fit.
Having issues with your fit? Check out our trouble shooting videos below or reach out to us for help.
Prewash Your Sheets
Why Pre-Wash?
Pre-washing all baby clothes & bedding prior to first use is recommended to remove any potential contaminants from manufacturing or handling.
Increase Absorbency
Your sheets become immediately more absorbant after the first wash - just hold the fabric softer please!
Fabric softener coats the surface of the fabric and reduces absorbency of the cotton.
How To Wash
- Wash with similar colours, up to 60 degrees
- Use the correct amount of quality detergent
- Add an extra rinse to remove excess detergent that may irritate newborn skin
- Avoid fabric softener
- Line dry or delicate tumble dry
Create a Safe Sleep Space
Safe Cot
All cots sold in Australia must meet the new Consumer Goods (Infant Products) Information Standard 2024.
To check if your cot is compliant, look for the safety sticker that lists the standard it was built under.
Can't find it? Contact the manufacturer if you are unsure an ask.
Find more information about the Safety Standards.
Safe Mattress
A safe mattress is flat, firm and the correct size for your cot.
Firmness must be tested to AS/NZS 8811.1:2013 — this is now referenced inside Australia's mandatory infant sleep safety standard. Look for products that go further and meet the new AS 5407.1 and AS 5407.2 Enhanced Firmness standards.
For more information about mattress safety, head to Raising Children's Network.
Safe Bedding
Our sheets are are INPAA Approved & have passed CO2 Rebreathing Testing.
Made from thick organic cotton to suck up spills, so we can leave the padding out and make sure the firmness rating of your mattress isn't compromised.
Our best in class waterproof lining keeps your mattress clean and hygienic.
Find our more about INPAA
Safe Environment
Postion the cot away from curtains, blind cords and any other hazardous objects in the room.
Protect the sleep space by removing any loose blankets, toys or objects.
Read more about Safe Sleep Environments over at Raising Children Network.
Cot
Mattress
Bedding
Environment
To check if your cot is compliant:
Look for the safety sticker and confirm is has the mandatory standard displayed.
Can't find it? Contact the manufacturer and ask.
All new cot and bassinet mattresses in Australia must be compliant with firmness standards. Check the safety sticker if you are unsure.
INPAA Approved & CO2 Tested
Latest research around the role of carbon dioxide rebreathing in SIDS is steering a new and proactive approach to safe sleeping guidelines in Australia.
At Little Human Linens, we are proud to be an industry leader in product safety and responsible marketing.
Little Human Linens is a member of INPAA and our founder Kellee is an INPAA Baby Safety Ambassador.
Protect the space inside AND out of the cot!
Sleep related accidents are often overlooked in safe sleeping education, yet make up a significant proportion of the statistics.
Protecting the physical space is a powerful tool to reduce the risk and protect infants from SIDS and sleep related accidents.
Tips & Tricks
ULTIMATE PARENT HACK
Layer Your Sheets
Always make the bed with at least 2 sheets. Just pop one sheet straight over the top of the other.
You'll thank us at 2am.
Use a long hot wash
Stubborn Stains
Newborn number 2's can be tricky to remove.
Skip the stain removal sprays & soaking.
Instead wash them on the longest cycle, at 60 degrees & with a healthy dose of detergent. They's wash even better if your load is full.
