Understanding SIDS: When is the Risk No Longer Present?

Learn when the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) decreases and safe sleep guidelines to follow for infants.

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Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) risk significantly decreases after 12 months, though most cases occur before 6 months. Consistently practice safe sleep guidelines, such as placing the baby on their back and keeping the sleep environment free of soft objects, to minimize risk.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)? SIDS is the sudden and unexplained death of an infant, often during sleep, particularly within the first year of life.
  2. What are the safest sleep practices for infants? Safe sleep practices include placing babies on their backs to sleep and using a firm sleep surface free from soft bedding.
  3. At what age is SIDS most common? SIDS is most common in infants between 1 and 4 months of age, with a significant decrease in risk after 12 months.
  4. Can SIDS be prevented? While there is no guaranteed way to prevent SIDS, following safe sleep guidelines can significantly reduce the risk.

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