Coroner Urges Baby Sling Safety Reforms After Infant Suffocation Case

The death of a six-week-old boy during hands-free breastfeeding highlights the need for mandatory safety standards and better guidance for parents.

An inquest revealed that six-week-old Jimmy Alderman died in October 2023 after suffocating while being breastfed hands-free in a baby sling.
The coroner found insufficient safety information for parents on the proper use of baby carriers, particularly for breastfeeding infants under four months old.
Experts warn that improper positioning in slings can obstruct infants' airways, especially for premature or low birth weight babies.
The coroner called for mandatory safety standards for baby carriers and criticized the lack of guidance from the NHS and other organizations.
Jimmy's family has launched a charity in his memory and is advocating for improved safety regulations to prevent similar tragedies.