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The Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths (FSID) is the UK's leading baby charity working to prevent sudden deaths and promote health. FSID funds research, supports bereaved families and promotes safe baby care advice...more about FSID fsid bullet image
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Young mums cot death risk higher
View the latest cot death figures for the UK

 

Breastfeeding reduces the risk of cot death
Read our latest advice.

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Trek the Great Wall of China in 2009
Take part in our star challenge and trek across the vast and beautiful landscape of ancient China.

Young Mums Cot Death Risk Higher
View the latest cot death figures for the UK.

 

Multi-Ethnic Study into Cot Death Announced in Bradford
Why are Asian babies less likely to die as cot deaths than white British babies?

 
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Reduce the increased cot death risk for premature babies Time to get back to sleep
Reducing the increased risk of cot death for premature babies

 

Room thermometer Don't let your baby get too hot
Buy a simple room thermometer to help you keep your room at the right temperature for your baby.

 

In memory Our new "In memory" web pages
Create a memorial page and pay tribute to a baby you loved

 

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Video: safe sleep for babies Safe sleep video
Watch our safe sleep video

 

Babyzone - how to keep your baby safe and healthy BabyZone
Recommended reading to protect babies from cot death, accidents and infections.

 
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