Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

What is SIDS?


SIDS, stands for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. It is the sudden and unexplained death of a baby under 1 year of age. Because many SIDS babies are found in their cribs, some people call SIDS "crib death." But, cribs do not cause SIDS.


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In short, the Best Sleep Position:

Make sure your baby goes to sleep on his or her back. This provides the best protection against SIDS.


Baby on back

An Alternative Sleep Position:

If you choose to use the side sleep position, make sure your baby's lower arm is forward to stop him or her from rolling over onto the stomach.


Baby on side