Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID)

Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID) refers to the sudden, unexplained death of an infant under one year of age, often during sleep. It includes cases where no clear cause is found, such as Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), and deaths from accidental suffocation or other asphyxiation. While the exact reasons are not fully understood, many risks can be reduced through safe sleep practices like placing babies on their backs, using a firm sleep surface, and avoiding loose bedding or soft objects in the crib. SUID is a tragic and complex issue, emphasizing the importance of safe sleep environments for infants.