what causes SIDS in Babies?


	what causes SIDS in Babies?

ak_mom75

5-30-2008 2:58 PM

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ak_mom75 says:

Some researchers in London believe that certain bacteria's can cause SIDS in babies. very interesting article.

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6-11-2008 12:28 PM

kmcolo

One of the things that research has shown to greatly reduce the risk of SIDS is making sure the baby does not sleep on their stomach.

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