Question: Do you know what the most commonly used substance during pregnancy is? Answer: Nicotine. If you are pregnant and still smoking, here are a few reasons why you should try to quit: Smoking during pregnancy can cause tissue damage in the unborn baby, particularly in the lungs and brain. Some studies suggest a link …
What Causes SIDS?
“SIDS” (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) strikes fear into every parent’s heart, and that’s understandable. A normal, healthy baby can go to sleep and never wake up – for seemingly no reason. The medical community isn’t sure exactly what causes SIDS. But that doesn’t mean you’re helpless. Here are three major risk factors for SIDS, along …
The No. 1 thing you can do to reduce your infant’s risk of SIDS
The possibility of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is one of the scariest things a parent can face. SIDS usually occurs during sleep, and experts aren’t exactly sure what causes it. Fortunately, they have been able to identify risk factors, meaning you can do more than just keep your fingers crossed. The best way to …
Does being a preemie put my baby at higher risk of SIDS?
Yes. Recent studies have shown that babies born prematurely (before 37 weeks gestation) are at a higher risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome longer than full-term babies. SIDS is the sudden, unexpected death of an apparently healthy baby. Practicing safe sleep habits has been proven to dramatically reduce an infant’s risk of SIDS. This includes …