HEALTHY DEVELOPMENT
OF INFANTS IN THE
KANSAS CITY AREA.
Every Baby to 1 works to ensure that every infant survives and thrives during their first year of life. The program engages the community to develop education efforts and initiatives that address infant mortality.
As part of this, Every Baby to 1 promotes the “3 S” approach of Safe Sleep, Safe Space, and Social Support to reduce the risk of Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID).
SUPPORTING THE
HEALTHY DEVELOPMENT
OF INFANTS IN THE
KANSAS CITY AREA.
Every Baby to 1 works to ensure that every infant survives and thrives during their first year of life. The program engages the faith community to develop education efforts and initiatives that address infant mortality.
As part of this, Every Baby to 1 promotes the “3 S” approach of Safe Sleep, Safe Space, and Social Support to reduce the risk of Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID).
To reduce the risk of sudden unexpected infant death follow these ABCs of Safe Sleep. Your baby needs to sleep Alone, on their Back and in a Crib.
There are lots of ways to help your new baby be as healthy as possible. Here are some things you can do to create a safe space for the baby in your life.
Remember to practice good self care. Your health is important to your baby, so create a healthy routine to help both of you adjust to your exciting new chapter.
Q WHAT IS SUDDEN UNEXPECTED INFANT DEATH (SUID)?
A The sudden, unexpected death of an infant less than 1 year of age whose cause of death is not immediately obvious before an investigation. SUIDs are reported as 1 of three types: SIDS, Unknown Cause, or Accidental Suffocation or Strangulation in bed.
DID YOU KNOW?
Contact Us for More Info:
Community Health Council of Wyandotte County
803 Armstrong Ave, Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 371-9298 • info@everybabyto1.org
Now they were bringing even infants to him that he might touch them. And when the disciples saw it, they rebuked them. But Jesus called them to him saying, “Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God.”
-Luke 18:15-16, NIV