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Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention

CDC Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID) & Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)

Find evidence-based information on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) or Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID) from the CDC. Their website has lots of great information for parents, families, and providers. Resources for families include videos, printouts, and educational materials on safe sleep and providing a safe environment for infants.
https://www.cdc.gov/sids

Celebrate One / Baby Bump & Beyond

Provides free information and support for pregnant / parenting women and teens, including help finding a doctor, free pregnancy tests, home visiting, and support groups. Baby Bump & Beyond connects families to support and resources through every stage of growth–for children, caregivers, and the entire family. Call for help with setting up the first prenatal visit and referrals to other resources.
1111 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 570-3592 or (614) 656-3322
new.columbus.gov/government/mayors-office/initiatives/celebrateone
Community resource map: healthcare-access-columbus.opendata.arcgis.com

CHLOE (Community, Health, Life Skills, Opportunities & Education)

Serves: Adolescents and women ages 13-21 at any stage of pregnancy or parenting in Franklin County.
Young Mom Connections group meets twice a month for dinner, activities, childcare, and access to Kairo’s Closet boutique; which provides infant and toddler clothing, diapers, bedding, and more. They also provide mentoring programs and parenting classes.
4142 Westerville Road, Columbus, Ohio 43224
(614) 477-1426
chloeinc.org

Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Crib Information Center

Learn about proper crib assembly, resources and best practices for safe sleep, and current product recalls.
Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 or (800) 638-8270
cpsc.gov/SafeSleep

First Candle

Non-profit providing bereavement support to families who have lost a child to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), miscarriage, or stillbirth. Visit their website for information on safe sleep, an online bereavement resource library, and peer-to-peer online support groups.
24-hour Grief Line: (800) 221-7437
firstcandle.org
facebook.com/cjsids

Fussy Baby Network

Helps families struggling with their infants’ crying, sleeping or feeding. Call their Warmline for free to speak to an infant specialist. Services are available in English and Spanish. Visit the website for contact hours.
Erikson Institute
451 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60654
Warmline: (888) 431-2229
erikson.edu/services/fussy-baby-network/

Moms2B

A weekly prenatal education and support program for pregnant women. Free transportation to the meeting, childcare, food, and additional incentives for attendance are included in the program.

  • Moms2B East
    Ohio State University Hospital East – Wallace Auditorium
    1441 Phale D. Hale Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43203
  • Moms2B Linden
    New Salem Baptist Church
    2956 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43224
  • Moms2B North
    Epworth United Methodist Church
    5100 Karl Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229
  • Moms2B Southeast
    New Birth Christian Ministries
    3475 Refugee Road, Columbus, Ohio 43232
  • Moms2B Franklinton
    Mount Carmel West – Healthy Living Center
    777 West State Street, Building 2, Columbus, Ohio 43222

(614) 292-1605
wexnermedical.osu.edu/moms2b

Nationwide Children’s Hospital (NCH) Safe Sleep Practices

Find current recommendations for Safe Sleep Practices from the experts at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Learn more about safe sleep for you baby, tummy time, swaddling, safe sleep environments, and additional resources.
nationwidechildrens.org/safe-sleep

Ohio American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Safe Sleep Resources

Their website has helpful handouts and resources for families and providers on SIDS, breastfeeding and safe sleep recommendations.
ohioaap.org/SafeSleep/Families

Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Infant Safe Sleep Resources

Find helpful handouts, videos and resources to help parents understand best practices related to sleep for their infants to prevent sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). They also have Cribs for Kids, a program that provides free cribs to families who qualify.
odh.ohio.gov/know-our-programs/maternal-infant-wellness/safe-sleep/safe-sleep
Cribs for Kids link: odh.ohio.gov/know-our-programs/maternal-infant-wellness/media/cribs-for-kids


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