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SIDS and Sleep Safety Measures for Babies
Every mother strives to ensure the welfare of her child at any cost. But taking care of an infant is a tough job. Even the most normal mundane things might pose a grave danger to a sensitive new-born. One such safety issue is SIDS. Read on to discover facts about SIDS which may help avoid the known causes, and thus prevent it.
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What is SIDS?
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, as the name indicates, is the sudden, unanticipated death of an infant during sleep. SIDS in babies can occur in a normally healthy baby due to unexplained reasons. One of the possibilities associated with SIDS is the sudden defect in any portion of the brain that might lead to a breathing difficulty. There are external factors that can cause SIDS as well. This makes it necessary to double check the safety of infants while they are asleep.
Causes of SIDS In Babies:
A definite cause for SIDS continues to be a mystery. The good news is that in recent times, we have seen a significant drop in the number of instances where a baby dies from SIDS. This is mainly because of increase in the awareness of the condition and the widespread emphasis and incorporation of sleep safety in infants. However, SIDS continues to be a cause of death in infants as it mostly occurs due to a combination of issues that are hard to predict and isolate. Learning all you can about SIDS is sure to help avoid any risks.
One thing that we know for sure is that it is not just physiological factors that lead to SIDS but also external factors like sleep conditions that increase vulnerability.
1. Portions of the Brain are Still Immature
Normally, the brain is mature at the time of birth and can control basic involuntary functions. It develops further in the first few months after birth. In some babies, however, parts of the brain are still not fully formed when the baby is born. This is likely to occur in babies who are born premature or those that are born as a part of multiple births (i.e. in twins, triplets, etc.).
Very low birth weight is another risk factor. In such cases, chances are that the baby’s brain has little control over the autonomic nervous system. This means that the brain cannot regulate and take full control over the baby’s breathing. This puts the baby at risk during sleeping, and the arousal response of the baby is hampered. The natural tendency of the body to respond when some abnormality takes place in the body is a very important aspect, especially in infants.
For example, if the baby is having trouble breathing because of the position of the face against the baby’s bed, in a normal condition this would arouse the baby from sleep, and he would automatically move his head such that he can breathe normally again. But in babies with underdeveloped portions in the brain, this effect is sometimes not achieved. This could lead to SIDS.
2. Respiratory illness and infections
Some cases of cold and respiratory tract infection can lead to trouble in breathing. These issues increase when the baby is asleep.
3. Abnormal preventive reflex responses
For obvious reasons, the respiratory system of the body should not contain any excess fluid (it can lead to suffocation and sometimes death). Whenever fluid comes in contact with mucosal surface of the respiratory system, a preventive reflex is triggered, which causes the person to either swallow, or try and cough up the fluid out through the throat or nose. This is known as laryngeal reflex. These responses help clear out the fluid from the airway that could cause trouble in breathing. If the baby is born with certain parts of the brain still underdeveloped, these responses might not be triggered. This can lead to sleep apnea and in the worst case, SIDS.
4. Excess heat
Babies sleep well in warm conditions. But if it gets too warm, the baby’s body might not be able to handle it. Hyperthermia or overheating can occur mainly due to wrong choice of clothes. Too many clothes might increase the body temperature of the baby and increase the risk of SIDS. Higher temperatures would result in elevated metabolism levels and this, in turn, can lead to poor control over breathing.
5. Wrong sleeping position
Have you heard people reiterate the fact that infants should be made to sleep on their backs? When a baby sleeps on his tummy, it has a detrimental effect on his normal breathing. It also increases the chances of his face pressing against the mattress and thus blocking the normal breathing. When the baby is made to lie on his side, chances of him rolling on to his tummy increase. So, always lay the baby on his back to reduce these risks. This especially needs to be done for those babies who still do not know to roll from on their tummy to onto their back and vice versa.
To summarise, allowing the baby enough room to avoid a rise in temperatures, dressing aptly for the weather, and putting the baby to sleep on his back can help reduce the risks of SIDS greatly.
Which Babies are at a Higher Risk for SIDS?
Male babies have been observed to be more at risk of SIDS than female babies of the same age, though no clear reason has been identified for this.
This is a condition that has been most commonly seen to occur in infants. Most of the cases have been observed in babies between 2-4 months of age. This is because younger children have less control over their movements and are susceptible to suffocation by bed-clothes etc.
Another observation is that winters record higher number of SIDS related deaths than summers, largely because extra blankets and clothes are used to keep the baby warm.
If the baby’s siblings or other babies in the family have died of SIDS, the baby would be considered slightly more vulnerable. So, extra precaution needs to be taken.
Babies born ahead of schedule, several weeks before the due date, and with low birth weight would be at higher risk as they may be underdeveloped.
If there is a smoker in the house, exposure to cigarette smoke can make the baby more prone to SIDS as the baby will be exposed to passive smoking.
Babies born to very young mothers, especially those below 20 years, are at higher risk. While there is no reason identified for this, it may be owing to the lack of maturity in the mother and her inability to care for a baby.
Unhealthy mothers with very little to no prenatal care, unhealthy lifestyle choices, consumption of alcohol and drugs, can result in mothers giving birth to babies who are more at risk of SIDS than other normal babies.
Signs of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome in Newborns
SIDS is a condition that tends to occur suddenly. The baby doesn’t even cry during the process. This means that you might not be warned by any alarming signs and symptoms. Thus, it is even more difficult to know when SIDS occurs and what action you can take to prevent it. In general, if your baby often has trouble breathing, or if your baby has a very bad gag reflex and spits up a lot after every feed, it would be wise to get a doctor’s opinion. This would rule out any underlying health condition that can increase the risk of SIDS. Some babies might contract a respiratory illness a few days before SIDS. But in most cases, the baby is reported to have been healthy and active when awake.
How to Reduce Baby's Risk of SIDS and Other Sleep-Related Dangers?
Though the causes remain difficult to comprehend we can indeed reduce SIDS in babies by trying and avoiding all the associated risk factors.
1. Correct sleeping posture
Start with correcting the baby’s sleep posture. The American Academy of Pediatrics along with the National Child Care and health organisations came up with the Back to Sleep campaign in the year 2003. This was mainly to emphasise the importance of putting the baby on their back to sleep. This was a campaign designed to increase talk about SIDS and to educate parents about infant sleep safety.
Be it a day time nap or a slumber at night, sleeping on the back, also known as the supine position is the safest posture for your infant. Preterm babies who are still under neonatal care should also be placed in this posture as they tend to be at higher risk of SIDS.
2. Rectify the bedding and other sleep conditions
Most sleep related issues occur mainly due to wrong sleep environments offered to the baby. Making yourself aware of child sleep safety recommendations would be the first step to reducing the risks of SIDS and sleep related dangers.
Educate yourself by learning from example. There are numerous tragic stories of SIDS that come as warning tales to parents worldwide. These help parents understand how even the tiniest detail in the baby’s sleep safety plays a crucial role.
How to Keep Your Sleeping Baby Safe
So how exactly do you make sure that your baby is safe when he is sleeping? Even if you stay up all night looking at your baby it would be tough to tell when SIDS occurs as it shows no external signs. So here are some ways to make sure that the baby is safe when he is sleeping:
1. Keep baby in the same room
In the first year of birth, making your baby sleep in the same room where you sleep would be the safest option. You can choose a crib of your choice and place it near your bed at a position where you can monitor the baby if you must, at night. This is particularly important at least for the first 6 months.
2. Do not rely on baby monitors
You might feel that you can still monitor the baby when he is in his nursery with a baby monitor. Baby monitors are great, but you cannot rely on a baby monitor for SIDS prevention. These could be used for older babies once they enter their second year, but in the first year, the safest option is to place your baby’s crib in your room.
3. Do not rely on cardiorespiratory monitors
We know that SIDS mainly occurs due to obstruction in breathing. But this doesn’t mean that cardiorespiratory monitors, or breathing monitors in general, or even those marked SIDS baby monitors can be trusted. There is no proof to show that these can accurately warn the parent before SIDS.
4. Choose the right clothing
When you put your baby to sleep at night, clothe him aptly so that he feels warm and comfortable. Unless you stay in a cold region with extremely harsh winter, too many layers of clothing can lead to the baby feeling excessively hot. Breathable clothing that avoids suffocation, and has the right number of layers to shield the baby from the cold would be the right choice. Also, avoid clothes with a hood, drawstrings, etc. when your baby is sleeping in his crib. Do not allow your baby to sleep with his bib on.
5. Offer a pacifier
If your infant accepts a pacifier, then offer him one right when he is put to sleep. Avoid those that come with straps to be wrapped around the baby’s neck. A normal pacifier is observed to prevent the risks of SIDS to a good extent.
Recommendations for Infant Sleep Safety
The collective records of SIDS cases have helped American Academy of Pediatrics offer the best recommendation for sleep safety. This is continuously updated as new findings are recorded related to SIDS. Here’s a gist of the recommendations:
Put the baby on his back to prevent SIDS baby rolling over in sleep.
Avoid bedding that is too soft and plush.
Keep your baby in the same room where you sleep.
Prevent the exposure of the baby to smoke, drugs, and alcohol.
Give the baby a pacifier.
Do not skip the recommended vaccinations.
Do not rely on home SIDS monitors.
What Moms Can Do to Protect a Baby From SIDS
SIDS is not too common, and reducing the risk factors can bring down the chances of SIDS a great deal. But as a mother, you would want nothing but the absolute safety of your child. Here are a few things you could do to avoid SIDS in babies:
1. Never leave the baby alone during tummy time
Tummy time is essential to help strengthen the baby’s muscles. But supervised tummy time is the key. The duration of tummy time should be set based on the baby’s age and depending on whether he likes being on his tummy. No matter how long he is on his tummy, you should be around to monitor him continuously. Also, make sure that he is on his tummy only when he is wide awake and active and not when he is tired and sleepy.
2. Consult a doctor whenever baby exhibits signs of cold or respiratory illnesses
Even a mild cold can get quite severe in infants in their vulnerable months. Do consult your baby’s paediatrician when the baby shows any signs of respiratory troubles.
3. Lifestyle changes
Avoid smoking when you are pregnant and even after delivery. Use of alcohol and other drugs can also cause trouble for the baby after birth, especially if you are breastfeeding. Do not allow anyone to smoke anywhere near the baby. Avoid allowing the baby to sleep near anyone who has consumed alcohol.
4. Breastfeeding and SIDS
It is a common observation that babies who are breastfed right from birth are more immune to SIDS. Skin-to-skin contact is critical in the first few months after birth. Exclusive breastfeeding for the baby in the first 6 months can enhance the health and immunity of the baby. This can also promote a better development of all parts of the brain in the premature babies.
Safe Sleep Environment for Babies
Some of the physical factors that lead to SIDS cannot be avoided, but the external factors, including an unsafe sleep environment, can be corrected. This can reduce the risks of SIDS a great deal. Here are some tips to ensure a safe sleeping environment for the babies in the first few months:
1. Choose the right crib
Pick a crib that meets all safety standards and requirements. It should be strong enough to hold the baby’s weight. When you choose a cradle, choose one that has a railing high enough to prevent falls during sleep. Age-appropriate cradles and cribs would be the best options.
2. Choose the right baby sleep mattress
The firmness of the mattress needs to be just right. Again, this needs to be chosen based on the baby’s weight. A mattress approved for safe use in cribs should be chosen, and the size should fit perfectly in the crib. Avoid choosing those that would leave gaps or would measure extra, creating wall folds at the ends of the crib. The mattress should be firm enough to hold its shape under the weight of the baby.
3. Avoid pillows, cushions, and blankets
For the first few months, it is best to avoid pillows and cushions in the crib especially when the baby is sleeping at night. Fancy pillows, soft toys and fuzzy blankets might all look great in a crib. But these are the items that pose the highest threat to the safety of the baby. They tend to press against the baby’s face or neck and block the passage of air, thus leading to obstruction in breathing. A simple mattress with a top sheet or a protective sheet is all that a crib needs especially in the first few months.
4. Cautiously swaddle your baby
Swaddling means wrapping your baby in a garment or cloth. Swaddling your baby is a great way to help him sleep better. But when you have swaddled you baby place him on his back in the crib. Also, make sure that all the ends are snugly tucked in.
5. Crib checklist
Here are some points to keep in mind when you set you infant’s crib:
Crib bumper pads do more harm than good for infants - these are suffocation hazards.
Crib specific mattresses should be selected. Preferably one that doesn’t sag and one that doesn’t leave gaps at the edges.
Sturdy construction of the crib would make it safer. Something made of solid wood with durable posts and frame would be the safest.
Steer clear of cribs that smell of paint or plastic ones that carry any strong synthetic smell.
Choose a brand that is popular for adhering to baby safety standards; one that has no history of crib recalls.
Keep cribs away from windows/blinds/blind cords. Blind cords are strangulation hazards.
The crib shouldn’t be close to any electric outlets or power cords.
If you have twins, choose the right sized cribs and place them securely against a wall to promote safer sleep and to prevent SIDS.
6. Avoid co-sleeping
Co-sleeping is said to increase the risk of SIDS to a large extent. Sharing the bed with the baby is a big NO especially if you smoke or have consumed alcohol or drugs.
7. Regulate the temperature of the room
Choose a well-ventilated room for your baby to rest and play in. Ensure that your heating system is working fine and set the temperature to warm while making sure that it doesn’t get too hot at night, especially if your thermostat is faulty. It should not get too cold either. The right ambient temperature plays a vital role in influencing the sleep quality of the infant.
A safe sleep environment thus requires a careful choice of crib, mattress, furnishing, and placement as well. Avoid putting your baby to sleep on the couch or a chair.
Quick Tips for Safer Sleep for Babies
Remove top sheets and furnishings that come with ribbons
Avoid mattress covers and furnishings that are fuzzy and made of fur. Choose a breathable soft material which is lint-free to ensure that the baby doesn’t breathe in any tiny particles that might cause breathing difficulties.
Assure that the crib mobile is securely fastened and placed at a height where the baby can’t reach.
Remove bottles and sippy-cups from the crib once the baby has finished feeding.
Do not place the mattress directly next to a window or in a corner where there is direct sunlight.
Do not let the baby sleep with a hat on.
Feet-to-foot position, where the baby’s feet touch the foot of the crib, is the safest. This prevents the baby from squirming under the top sheet.
Once you keep in mind these factors, precautions and educate yourself about SIDS, you can rest a little easier knowing you have equipped yourself with the required knowledge over the issue. Do not hesitate to reach out to a doctor for advice because your baby’s health and well-being are of paramount importance.
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If your parenting style is categorized by high responsiveness and low demands, then you may be practising permissive parenting style. Know everything you need to understand about permissive parenting style and how you can effectively manage your parenting style for the benefit of your child.
What Is Indulgent Parenting?
Permissive parenting is also known as indulgent parenting. Parents adopt a very friendly parenting approach in this kind of parenting style, and they often do not expect their children to act or behave in a mature manner. The parents love to nurture the personality, talents, and needs of their kids without being demanding and exercising extremely low self-regulation and discipline. Such parents are very relaxed and lenient with their children and do not keep a tab on their every action or move.
Why Some Parents Follow Permissive Parenting Style?
Some parents who have been raised by very controlling or authoritative parents or by the parents who adopted helicopter parenting style may adopt or practise exactly the opposite. They may adopt a parenting style that is very relaxed and easy on kids.
There are some parents who adopt permissive parenting because they want to be friends with their children instead of being a parent figure. They may feel that exercising control and discipline may harm their relationship with their children.
On the other hand, some parents may adopt indulgent parenting style just because they are themselves too relaxed in life. They may not be paying heed to any structured or disciplined kind of parenting and usually adopt a very haphazard way of parenting. They may not like imposing any kind of rules or restrictions on their kids as it may hamper with their laid back attitude and thus let their kids behave the way they want too.
What Are the Characteristics of Indulgent Parenting Style?
If you are wondering that how you will be able to understand if you are practising indulgent parenting style, the following characteristics may help you understand better:
1. Lacks Structure
This kind of parenting style lacks structure, and the parents usually do not follow any order or schedule.
2. More of a Friend Than A Parent
The indulgent parenting style is characterized by parents having a very friendly attitude towards their children. The parents do not behave like parents; on the contrary, they behave more like friends with their kids.
3. No Control
The permissive parenting style involves minimal or no parental control over the children.
4. Avoids Conflict
The parents have low or no confrontations or conflicts with their children. They have a laid-back attitude towards parenting.
5. Excess Freedom
This parenting style involves giving too much freedom to the children and not holding the children responsible for their action.
6. Parents Want to Be Liked
The parents want to be liked and adored by their kids in this kind of parenting style, and thus they agree to whatever their kids say or demands. They despise upsetting their children.
What Are the Effects of Lenient Style of Parenting on Children?
If you have been adopting a lenient style of parenting with your children, you may notice following effects of permissive parenting on your children:
1. Behavioural Problems
Kids who are brought up with this kind of parenting style usually develop behavioural problems. They may grow up with an irresponsible and very casual attitude towards life. They may also find it extremely difficult to deal with their faults.
2. Impulsive Attitude
You may notice your kid is very impulsive and he may do things in haste. He may also not take any responsibility for his actions. All this is because of indulgent parenting style.
3. Bullying Nature
If you are a lenient parent then you may notice your kid not adhering to rules and regulation. You may even find him repulsive and even not scared of the consequences of his bad actions or even punishment. He may even bully other kids in school.
4. Poor Academic Performance
The permissive parenting style involves very low or no expectations from their children. The children with this attitude may exhibit poor or below average academic performance at school. Such kids usually do not set any goals in life.
5. Emotional Inadequacy
In the lenient parenting style, the parents make all possible efforts for not upsetting their kids. They make efforts to meet all the demands and requirements of their kids and thus all they try and create is a happy atmosphere. This kind of practice hampers with kid’s emotions, and they might find it difficult to deal with their emotions.
6. Poor Decision-Making Capabilities
As parents do not impose discipline and any kind of rules for their children, the children become dull and lack the apt decision making and problem-solving capabilities.
7. More Prone to Substance Use
Children who are raised under permissive parenting style are more likely to engage in acts of misconduct. They may even become alcoholics and drug addicts.
8. Lack the Ability to Manage Time and Other Habits
This parenting style lacks any kind of structure and rules, and thus the kids find it difficult to understand and learn their limits. They may do things excessively such as, watching too much T.V., eating too much junk food, playing for long hours on computer etc. They tend to develop unhealthy habits that may lead to health complications such as obesity.
These were some of the outcomes of adopting permissive parenting style but there are many other problems that may arise because of permissive parenting style.
Some Permissive Parenting Examples
We will discuss some permissive parenting examples for you to understand this parenting style in a better way:
You do not follow or have a specific schedule for your kid’s playing, studying, eating or sleeping. You just go with the flow and do whatever your child desires to do. If he wishes to be up till late at night even when he has to wake up early the next day for school, you do not tell him to go to bed. This is because you do not wish to upset your kid.
You are at a supermarket, and your kid insists on having a candy bar. You allow him to have it in spite of the fact that he already had three candy bars during the day. But you buy him one more candy bar and let him have it.
You ask your kid to do something but at his own convenience. Like you asked him to wind up his toys after playing but only if he is not feeling tired after playing.
Your teenage kid has his exams around the corner, but he has to attend three parties in a row. You not only allow him to go but you also tell him to have a gala time at the party by not worrying about the upcoming exams. Your kid’s leisure becomes more important than his studies.
You want your son to have a phone so that you can get in touch when he’s away. But your son insists on buying the new and expensive play station. Although you strongly feel that your kid needs phone rather than splurging on the play station, you succumb to your kid’s unreasonable demands and buy him a play station.
Guidelines to Follow in Permissive Parenting
Improving or adopting better parenting skills will assist you in dealing with your children in the right way and they will become a better person. You may adopt the following measures or guidelines in your permissive parenting style to avail optimum benefits out of it:
1. Try to Be Consistent and Firm
Though you may find it challenging to be firm and consistent with your kid, but adopt this approach gradually and in a loving manner with your child. You can tell your child the importance and value of adhering to rules and regulations and also about the consequences or ill-effects of not following the rules. The proper reasoning for simple things will go a long way and help your parenting style.
2. Explain Family and Ground Rules
It is very important that you inculcate the importance of following rules in your kid. Your kid has to know that there is no easy way to get things; he has to follow the rules and stick to them. It is also important that you let your kid know that you expect him to follow all the family rules. Refrain from exercising any kind of leverage to the rules. Children learn by example, and thus the best way to teach them is by doing it yourself.
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