New Safe Sleep Guidelines from the AAP
The American Academy of Pediatrics has recently updated their safe sleep recommendations. Their safe sleep guidelines were last updated in 2011. … Continue reading
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SIDS Awareness Month
Sudden Unexpected Infant Deaths is then term used when an infant dies unexpectedly and suddenly. October is SIDS Awareness Month. Take this opportunity to learn how to reduce the risks of SIDS. … Continue reading
Most Parents Aren’t Following Safe Sleep Guidelines, According to a Recent Study
In a recent video study published in the journal, Pediatrics, many parents didn’t follow safe sleep recommendations. In fact, 93% of babies at 6 months of age were at risk because of one specific issue. … Continue reading
September is Infant Mortality Month
September is Infant Mortality Awareness Month
Infant mortality is defined as death of an infant before they are one year old. In the most recent data from 2014, 6 babies died before their first birthday for every 1,000 babies (so an infant mortality rate of .6%). … Continue reading
Why You Shouldn’t Lay Down With Your Baby
It’s tempting to lay down, sleep or feed your baby in bed; it makes for cute photos to share on social media or seen as a good bonding moment, but many people don’t know how dangerous that may be for the baby. … Continue reading
