Rate of Infant Deaths Tripled Because of This
Nov 23, 2018
Sandee Gruner
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The death rate from asphyxia – a lack of oxygen – has more than doubled for Kansas infants in just three years. According to a report published by the Kansas State Child Death Review Board, co-bedding was found to be one of the common
causes of death among many 2016 incidents.
The safest place for your baby to sleep remains in a crib free from clutter like blankets and stuffed animals.
ABCs of Safe Sleep for Young Children:
A. alone
B. on their back
C. in an uncluttered cribArticle Continues Below
In a recent interview with The Wichita Eagle, Christy Schunn, director of the KIDS Network said, “One of the things we ask parents to do is plan for the night, to make a sleeping plan: What am I going to do when the baby wakes up in the middle of the night so that we don’t put them in the bed with them?”
More on safe sleeping for your family here.
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Sandee Gruner is a full-time working mom with a love for writing and communications. She resides in Southern California with her husband and two children, where she enjoys spending time with her family, exploring local attractions and volunteering.
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