Education
SIDS and Kids safe sleeping campaign is evidence-based information developed by researchers from across Australian and internationally. There are six key messages in the campaign to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and fatal sleep accidents:
1. Sleep baby on the back from birth, not on the tummy or side
2. Sleep baby with head and face uncovered
3. Keep baby smoke free before birth and after
4. Provide a safe sleeping environment
5. Sleep baby in their own safe sleeping place in the same room as an adult care-giver for the first six to twelve months
6. Breastfeed baby if you can
Since the SIDS and Kids safe sleeping campaign began in the early 1990s it has saved the lives of over 7,000 Australian babies and reduced the rate of SIDS by 85%.
Safe Sleeping Frequently Asked Questions:
You can download our Information Statements in PDF format by clicking the links below:
Safe Sleeping Education Sessions:
Sudden and unexpected infant death claims the lives of many babies and young children each year. Some sleeping environments are not safe for infants and young children and can increase the risk of SIDS and fatal sleep accidents.
SIDS and Kids ACT invites expectant mothers, parents, grandparents, babysitters, and anyone who cares for babies and young children to attend a Safe Sleeping education session. Free education sessions are usually held on the first Wednesday of each month:
Time: 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Location: Chifley Health and Wellbeing Hub, 70 Maclaurin Crescent, Chifley ACT 2606
RSVP required – please contact us on 6287 4255 to book into a class or email education@sidsandkidsact.org
Topics include:
Dangers of tummy and side sleeping
Unsafe bedding
Cots and mattresses
Baby Equipment
Flat spots on babies heads
Rolling over in the cot
Sleeping bags
Room temperature
An unsafe sleeping environment increases the risk of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) and fatal sleep accidents. For information on making up your baby’s cot safely click this link.
Safe Sleeping Resources are available to parents, carers and health professionals free of charge. Resources can also be downloaded in PDF format below:
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| Safe Sleeping Easy Read | Safe Sleeping Poster | Tummy Time Brochure | |
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| Tummy Time Poster | Safe Wrapping Brochure | Safe Wrapping Poster | Safe Sleeping Door Hanger |
SIDS and Kids Safe Sleeping app is available free of charge.
If you wish to order brochures and resources please contact us on 6287 4255.