Swaddling May Increase Risk Of SIDS
BOSTON (CBS) – Researchers may have found a link between swaddling babies and sudden infant death syndrome or SIDS.
Nadine Chawla swaddles her two month old son, Adnan, every time he goes to sleep.
“He was used to being in my womb” says Nadine, “and he was used to being constricted and that’s like a position of comfort.”
Many parents use the wrapping technique on new babies but a study in the journal pediatrics shows swaddling may increase the risk of sudden infant death syndrome or SIDS when a baby is swaddled on their side or stomach.
“You want to make sure as a parent you are always putting them ba...
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Swaddling tied to increased risk of SIDS
(Reuters Health) - Swaddling infants may increase their risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) during sleep, an analysis of previous research suggests. (Source: Reuters: Health)
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Infants swaddling for sleep associated with sudden infant death syndrome
The risk of sudden infant death syndrome appears to increase when infants are swaddled while sleeping on their stomachs or sides, new research has found. The analysis looked at four studies, which spanned two decades and covered three diverse geographical areas, including regions of England, Tasmania in Australia, and Chicago, Ill. (Source: ScienceDaily Headlines)
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Swaddling May Increase Chances of SIDS
Study found wrapping blanket tightly around sleeping baby raised risk by almost 60 percentSource: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Pages: Infant and Newborn Care, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (Source: MedlinePlus Health News)
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Swaddling Plus Stomach, Side Sleeping Tied to Risk for SIDSSwaddling Plus Stomach, Side Sleeping Tied to Risk for SIDS
The risk for sudden infant death syndrome may increase when babies are swaddled and sleep on their stomachs or on their sides, and the risk increases with age. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)
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Infant swaddling for sleep associated with sudden infant death syndrome
The risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) appears to increase when infants are swaddled while sleeping on their stomachs or sides, new research has found. (Source: University of Bristol news)
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SIDS most likely in swaddled infants placed on front or side
Sudden infant death syndrome is significantly more likely in infants who are swaddled and placed on the front or side, according to a meta-analysis by Anna S. Pease of the University of Bristol... (Source: Family Practice News)
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SIDS most likely in swaddled infants placed on front or side
Sudden infant death syndrome is significantly more likely in infants who are swaddled and placed on the front or side, according to a meta-analysis by Anna S. Pease of the University of Bristol... (Source: Pediatric News)
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Well: Swaddling May Increase the Risk of SIDS
Advice to place infants on their backs for sleep is even more important if parents choose to swaddle them. (Source: NYT)
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Infants swaddling for sleep associated with sudden infant death syndrome
(University of Bristol) The risk of sudden infant death syndrome appears to increase when infants are swaddled while sleeping on their stomachs or sides, new research has found.The analysis, carried out by the University of Bristol, looked at four studies, which spanned two decades and covered three diverse geographical areas, including regions of England; Tasmania in Australia; and Chicago, Ill. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
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Infant Swaddling Tied to Increased SIDS Risk (FREE)
By Louis M. Bell, MD
Dr. Bell is an associate editor with NEJM Journal Watch Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, from which this story was adapted. See full coverage at the link below. Swaddling is associated with double the risk for sudden infant death syndrome in the … (Source: Physician's First Watch current issue)
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Medical News Today: Serotonin gives insight into sudden infant death syndrome
New research strengthens the links between sudden infant death syndrome and the neurotransmitter serotonin. As our understanding deepens, interventions will hopefully improve. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
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Teen Moms May Ignore Advice for Helping Babies Sleep Safely
Awareness of SIDS risk didn't spur young mothers to follow recommendations, study findsSource: HealthDay
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Teen moms and infant sleep: Mother doesn't always know best
Sudden unexpected infant death, which includes sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), is the leading cause of death in infants 1 month to 1 year of age in the United States. Although the reason is unknown, maternal age less than 20 years is associated with an increased risk of SIDS. In a new study, researchers found that although teenage mothers know the recommendations in regards to safe sleeping practices, many deliberately do not follow those recommendations. (Source: ScienceDaily Headlines)
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Teen moms and infant sleep: Mother doesn't always know best
(Elsevier Health Sciences) Sudden unexpected infant death, which includes sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), is the leading cause of death in infants 1 month to 1 year of age in the United States. Although the reason is unknown, maternal age less than 20 years is associated with an increased risk of SIDS. In a new study scheduled for publication in the Journal of Pediatrics, researchers found that although teenage mothers know the recommendations in regards to safe sleeping practices, many deliberately do not follow those recommendations. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
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