What is crib death (SIDS)?
Crib death (SIDS) is the most common cause of infant death in many Western countries. In most cases the baby has been put down to sleep in his or her crib and later found lifeless, with no sign of illness or physical struggle. Crib death can also occur in other situations which parallel “crib situations,” or which are sleeping environments, for example: strollers, carseats, playmats, sofas, and adults’ and children’s beds.
