Besides back sleeping, what else can I do to help lower the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) ?

There is no known cause as to why SIDS happens but it mostly takes place when a baby is thought to be sleeping or having a nap. Besides back sleeping, you can try the following to minimize the risk: - breastfeed your baby - reduce your baby’s exposure to smoke (and do not smoke or be around people who smokes during pregnancy) because SIDS seemed to be more common in babies who are regularly exposed to smoke - maintain a comfortable room temperature for your baby to sleep in. overheating also appeared to be linked to SIDS. Watch out for signs that your baby is too hot: sweating, damp hair, heat rash, rapid breathing, restlessness - Allow your baby to soothe themselves to sleep with a pacifier. This helps make his/her breathing more regular For more information, here are two articles you can refer to: http://www.babycentre.co.uk/a419/sudden-infant-death-syndrome-sids#ixzz3yz07KvQv http://sg.theasianparent.com/how-to-protect-your-child-from-cot-death-dealing-with-sids/

If you are co-sleeping with you baby, make sure that the surface of the bed is firm and solid, with no covers. Do not put the blanket/comforter over your baby as that might hinder his breathing. Also, if you are a heavy sleeper, do not sleep with your child as you might accidentally roll on top of her.

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