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There are a variety of cots used on Butterfly ward:
Used for more stable babies who usually weigh over 2 kilograms. All babies planned for transfer to another ward in the hospital will be moved to one of these regular cots first.
Used for preterm babies who usually weigh less than 2 kilograms, and babies who may have infections that could be transmitted to other patients.
Used for newly arrived and/or babies who need lots of access by staff for close observation, regular procedures or surgeries.
Whichever cot is used, the sides must be up at all times that a person is not standing at the bedside. For infection control reasons, and to meet SIDS safe sleeping guidelines, no soft toys should be placed in the cot with your baby.