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We Support a Healthier Future - Healthy People 2020

First Candle/SIDS Alliance

Organization URL(s)

info@firstcandle.org
www.firstcandle.org

Other Contact Information

1314 Bedford Ave.
Suite 210
Baltimore, MD 21208

800-221-7437 (Voice - Toll-free)
410-653-8226 (Voice)
410-653-8709 (FAX)

Description

A national, not-for-profit, voluntary health organization dedicated to the support of families that experience an infant death, public education and medical research. Assists parents to organize local affiliates; distributes literature to parents, community agencies and medical groups nationwide.

Online Resources

Facts on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome/ Sudden Unexpected Infant Death
http://www.firstcandle.org/new-expectant-parents/about-sids-suid/sudden-unexpected-infant-deaths-suid-facts/
Pregnancy & Newborn Timeline of Tips
http://www.firstcandle.org/new-expectant-parents/a-timeline-of-tips/
Safe Sleep Saves Lives
http://www.firstcandle.org/cms/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/Bedtime-Basics-Brochure_Bilingual.pdf

Print Resources

The SIDS Alliance provides a free facts brochure, "What Every Parent Should Know: Facts about Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and Reducing the Risks for SIDS" as a public service. The Alliance also recommends pamphlets and books for specialized needs, including materials on grief for siblings, fathers, and grandparents.