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Research on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
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Research on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)

SIDS remains one of the leading causes of infant death, and its exact cause is still not fully understood. Learn how new research may help explain why some babies are more vulnerable—and why following the ABCs of safe sleep is still the most important step families can take to help protect their little one’s first year.

Do Baby Monitors Help Prevent SIDS?
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Do Baby Monitors Help Prevent SIDS?

Parents want assurance that a monitor will alert them if their baby stops breathing and will prevent sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

The Scoop on SUID
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The Scoop on SUID

SUID is a broad term for infant death that includes Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), accidental suffocation and undetermined/unknown cause of death. 

Wearable Baby Monitors: Do they Prevent SIDS?
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Wearable Baby Monitors: Do they Prevent SIDS?

Wondering if wearable baby monitors prevent SIDS? Learn what the research says, why false alarms may cause more harm than good, and how to truly keep your baby safe with proven safe sleep practices.

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Safe Sleep Practices

Sleep-related deaths are the leading cause of infant death between 1 month and 1 year of age. In Ohio, more than three infant deaths each week are sleep-related. Many of these deaths are preventable.

Safe Sleep Questions: You Asked, We Answered
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Safe Sleep Questions: You Asked, We Answered

Learn more about safe sleep practices from our Neonatology expert, Gail Bagwell, DNP, APRN, CNS. 

Baby Registry Series: Safe Sleep
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Baby Registry Series: Safe Sleep

Babies spend a lot of their time sleeping so make sure their sleep space is a safe place by following the ABCs of safe sleep. Learn more tips for setting up a safe nursery.

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Tummy Time

It is important for babies to sleep on their backs to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). However, a baby needs time on his or her tummy for stretching and strengthening his back and neck muscles.

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Esophageal Function Implicated in Life-Threatening Experiences in Infants, Study Suggests

About 1 percent of all emergency room visits are prompted by near-death experiences in infants, such as extended periods without breathing or sudden changes in skin pallor or muscle tone.

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Meet Our Extended Reality Team

Discover the team driving extended reality innovations at Nationwide Children's Hospital.

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