Smallest children in Finnish daycares will sleep in bassinets.
Daycare centers in Vantaa, Finland, must now use baby cots for infants. This change happened after a child’s death. Playpens will still be used because there are no other options.
After a tragic accident at a daycare center, the city of Vantaa changed its rules. The accident involved a child who died. The mother of the child said the current situation was unacceptable. Currently, 12,100 capsule beds are used in Vantaa. The city is holding a memorial service to remember the child.
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Highlights
Daycares Use Baby Cots Now
Turku daycare centers now require infants to sleep in baby cots.
Vantaa Capsule Beds in Use
Approximately 12,100 capsule beds are still used in Vantaa.
Death Triggered Change
A child’s death in Vantaa caused the change in daycare rules.
Mother Finds Solution Unacceptable
The mother of the deceased child found capsule beds unacceptable.
City Holds Memorial Service
Vantaa is holding a memorial service for the child.