Sudden Unexpected Infant Death Syndrome

Infant deaths that:

• Occur suddenly and unexpectedly
• Have no obvious manner and cause of death prior to investigation
• Excludes deaths with an obvious cause, such as, motor vehicle accidents

 Potential Risk Factors:

• Smoking during pregnancy and in the home- Keep a Tobacco free Environment
• Babies sleeping on their stomach- Sleep Babies on their Back
• Too many clothes on baby- Cuddle not Bundle the child
• Over-Cluttered cribs (too many sheets, blankets, toys, etc…)- Baby sleeps alone

 Sleeping Environment:

• Co-Sleeping- Do not let children sleep with any person or animal
• Bassinette or crib next to the bed is best

• Breastfeeding has many benefits for mother and babies.
• Breastfeeding helps to keep babies healthy and well
• Do not sleep with baby after breastfeeding