Infants swaddling for sleep associated with sudden infant death syndrome

The risk of sudden infant death syndrome appears to increase when infants are swaddled while sleeping on their stomachs or sides, new research has found. The analysis looked at four studies, which spanned two decades and covered three diverse geographical areas, including regions of England, Tasmania in Australia, and Chicago, Ill.

Originally published at https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/05/160509105604.htm