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Sudden infant death syndrome
Guidelines
Key sources
The following summarized guidelines for the management of sudden infant death syndrome are prepared by our editorial team based on guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP 2022).
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Preventative measures
Prenatal counseling: as per AAP 2022 guidelines, provide regular prenatal care to pregnant people to reduce the risk of SIDS.
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Breastfeeding
Routine immunizations
Sleep position
Sleep surface
Sleep location
Soft objects
Pacifier
Overheating
Swaddling
Home cardiorespiratory monitors
Safe infant sleep guidelines
Safe infant sleep promotion
Tummy time
Exposure to smoking
Exposure to toxic substances