SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) Awareness

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is the unexpected, unexplained death of a healthy baby under one year old, usually during sleep. While the exact cause isn’t known, certain risk factors increase the likelihood, such as unsafe sleeping environments, exposure to cigarette smoke, or overheating. Awareness efforts focus on promoting safe sleep practices, like placing babies on their backs, using a firm mattress, and keeping the sleep area free of soft bedding. Educating parents and caregivers helps reduce SIDS incidents, providing a safer sleeping environment and peace of mind for families.