Fans to Help Prevent SIDS

A new study by the Kaiser Permanente Division of Research has found that by adding a fan to move the air in an infant’s sleeping area decreases the chance of SIDS by 72 percent. Of course, this assumes that the baby is sleeping alone, which is another factor in SIDS. Scientists are not sure exactly what causes SIDS, but speculate that it could be lack of oxygen and their immature brains don’t wake them from sleep when this occurs. The baby’s sleeping environment, and what the baby sleeps ON are important factors. I recommend an organic cotton futon crib mattress for babies that use a crib either full or part-time. They do not off-gas chemicals from plastics. Keep soft bedding, soft toys, pillows, or excess blankets out of the crib and away from the railings as well.