SIDS and Safe Sleeping
What are the main risk factors for SIDS?
According to James McKenna, PhD, During the last decade, we've seen a tremendous decrease in the numbers of Sudden Infant Death Syndromes per 1000 live babies born. What are the main risk factors for SIDS? One, lack of breastfeeding is an important risk factor for SIDS. Two, we have turned babies away from stomach sleeping and put them on their backs. That proved to be singularly the most significant risk factor for Sudden death syndrome. Third factor is proximity of mother, room sharing, as a form of co-sleeping
Pediatrician Tanya Altmann, MD, explains the American Academy of Pediatrics's recommendations for co-sleeping and their opposition to bed-sharing.
Corky Harvey, MS, RN, IBCLC, discusses the myths about where a baby should sleep, and how parents should consider co-sleeping. Harvey explains the difference between co-... read more
As any parent knows, bringing a new person into the world, while undoubtedly one of the most miraculous and joyful experiences, brings countless worries, sleepless... read more
SIDS can be frightening for new parents, but recent scientific research has shown that co-sleeping might actually protect against SIDS. Find out more about this... read more
Pediatric Otolaryngologist Nina Shapiro, MD, shares advice for parents on the best way to help prevent and protect your baby from SIDS
View Lawrence Kagan, MD's video on Tips on reducing the risk of SIDS...
Watch Andra Clark's video on Is it okay if my baby falls asleep on me?...
See Richard Pass, RN's video on What is the safest sleep position for infants?...
James McKenna, PhD Infant Sleep Expert, shares advice for parents on the most important facts and precautions to know about SIDS to best protect your baby
Watch Jill Spivack, LCSW's video on When can babies sleep on their stomachs?...
James McKenna, PhD Infant Sleep Expert, shares advice for parents on the best three ways to protect your baby from SIDS
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