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Should Babies Sleep in Playpens?

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Tanya Konerman

Playpens and play yards are convenient enclosed places for parents to place a baby while taking care of household tasks, but experts warn that you should only put your baby to sleep in a playpen while you are nearby and after you have taken precautions to ensure your baby’s safety in order to help prevent injuries or p

Based in Bloomington, Ind., Tanya Konerman is a writer/editor with more than 20 years of experience. Her work has appeared in "At-Home Mother," "Parents," "Career Woman," "Employment News," "Bloomington Business Network," "Bloomington Monthly" and the "Herald-Times." She also worked in advertising and public relations for 10 years. Konerman holds a Bachelor of Arts in journalism and psychology from Indiana University.