children s health issues
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
Resources for Parents Who Have Lost an Infant to SIDS
Counseling Support groups Most parents who have lost an infant to SIDS are grief-stricken and unprepared for the tragedy. They often feel guilty. The experience of the investigations conducted by police, social workers, or others may cause additional distress. Counseling and support from specially trained doctors and nurses and other parents who have lost an infant to SIDS are critical to helping parents cope with the tragedy. Specialists can recommend reading materials, web sites (such as theAmerican SIDS Institute), and support groups to assist parents. 