Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)

Recent research from Australia , New Zealand , England , Norway and the United States has shown that placing a baby to sleep on his/her back reduces the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).

However, back sleeping alone cannot prevent all cases of SIDS.

Taking the following steps, many of them recommended by the national "Back to Sleep Campaign," can help further reduce the risk of SIDS:

• Begin prenatal care early and follow your health care provider’s recommendations
• Avoid drugs, alcohol and smoking during pregnancy
• Breastfeed
• Maintain regular well-baby health visits including recommended immunizations
• Always place your baby on his or her back to sleep, even for naps
• Place your baby on a firm mattress, such as in a safety approved crib
• Remove soft, fluffy bedding and stuffed toys from your baby's sleep area
• Make sure your baby's head and face remain uncovered during sleep
• Do not allow smoking around your baby
• Do not let your baby get too warm during sleep