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Fan Could Prevent SIDS

There's an interesting story about a study that found that fans - maybe even just open windows - could prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. They allow the air to circulate, the story says, and SIDS is believed to be caused by exhaled air pooling around a baby's mouth and noise.

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by LearnAndGrowTogether 1 yr. ago.

Hmm I have not heard of that one. (I am a Certified Parent Educator with The Happiest Baby)

There are other things that you can do, to reduce the risk of SIDS)

Other Things You Can Do to Help Reduce the Risk of SIDS

* Bedding. Make sure that your baby sleeps on a firm mattress or other firm surface. Don't use fluffy blankets or comforters under the baby. Don't let the baby sleep on a waterbed, sheepskin, a pillow, or other soft materials. When your baby is very young, don't place stuffed toys or pillows in the crib with him or her. Some babies have smothered with these soft materials in the crib.
* Temperature. Babies should be kept warm, but they should not be allowed to get too warm. Keep the temperature in your baby's room so that it feels comfortable to you.
* Smoke-free. Create a smoke-free zone around your baby. No one should smoke around your baby. Babies and young children exposed to smoke have more colds and other diseases, as well as an increased risk of SIDS.
* Doctor or clinic visits. If your baby seems sick, call your doctor or clinic right away. Make sure your baby receives his or her shots on schedule.
* Prenatal care. Early and regular prenatal care can also help reduce the risk of SIDS. The risk of SIDS is higher for babies whose mothers smoked during pregnancy. For your baby's well being, you should not use alcohol or drugs during pregnancy unless prescribed by a doctor.
* Breastfeeding. If possible, you should consider breastfeeding your baby. Breast milk helps to keep your baby healthy.

Becka+Chris= Nick 8 Michele 5 Wyatt 20 months
www.learnandgrowtogether.com

 

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