Can a 10 month old sleep with a soft toy?
Short answer: Not in the cot. Keep soft toys and comforters out of the sleep space until 12 months. The 12-month point is about 2 months away.
Babies change fast, so the answer depends on your child's age, weight and development, and on your product's instructions.
What the guidance says
- Keep the cot clear: no pillows, duvets, cot bumpers, loose blankets, soft toys, pods, nests, wedges or anything to keep your baby in place.
- Follow safer-sleep advice for every sleep until your baby is 12 months old (12 months from the due date for premature babies).
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Sources
- NHS: Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) (accessed 2026-10-21)
- The Lullaby Trust: Safer sleep advice (accessed 2026-10-21)
General information only, not medical advice. Always follow your product's instructions. If you are worried about your baby, contact your GP, health visitor or 111. In an emergency, call 999.