SIDS of Illinois, Inc.

SIDS of Illinois, Inc. Sudden Infant Death Services of Illinois, Inc. We also offer bereavement services to families. Any supporters of SIDS of Illinois.

is dedicated to the prevention of sudden, unexpected infant death through educational programs to families, healthcare and childcare providers, and the public. Sudden Infant Death Services of Illinois supports families who experienced the devastating and unexpected death of an infant due to any cause other than homicide. In addition, we are dedicated to educating the public of Safe Sleep recommendations for babies.

On June 15, 2026, the FDA issued a formal Warning Letter to Happiest Baby, maker of the SNOO. They were selling new slee...
06/22/2026

On June 15, 2026, the FDA issued a formal Warning Letter to Happiest Baby, maker of the SNOO. They were selling new sleep sack sizes and the SNOO Hospital Bundle without FDA review or authorization. The FDA also points to mold reported on SNOO mattresses, stains, and unsanitary conditions on refurbished units sent to families.

Read the full article at: 🔗https://www.contemporarypediatrics.com/view/fda-issues-warning-letter-to-snoo-smart-sleeper-maker-over-unauthorized-sleep-sacks-hospital-bundle-and-quality-system-failures

If you own or are considering a SNOO:

1. STOP using unauthorized items
2. Inspect your unit
3. Report problems to the FDA
4. Talk to your pediatrician or a safe sleep educator for help with safe sleep practices

Join us on the course ⛳ as we honor the life of Alexis Olmstead and support families affected by Sudden Infant Death Syn...
06/22/2026

Join us on the course ⛳ as we honor the life of Alexis Olmstead and support families affected by Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Your registration helps Sudden Infant Death Services of Illinois Inc. provide grief support and safe sleep education across our communities to parents and caregivers.

Every swing supports practical resources and keeps Alexis’ memory present in the work to prevent future sleep‑related infant deaths. Register at the link in the bio or down below⬇️⬇️

Link🔗https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/alexis-olmstead-memorial-golf-outing—2026

Ana Connery of Consumer Reports is warning parents and caregivers that baby loungers continue to pose serious safety ris...
06/17/2026

Ana Connery of Consumer Reports is warning parents and caregivers that baby loungers continue to pose serious safety risks for infants, even as new federal safety standards take effect.

Read the full article at: 🔗https://www.consumerreports.org/babies-kids/child-safety/baby-loungers-updated-safety-rules-a4697251127/

According to the CPSC, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, many infant loungers, including support cushions, are still associated with infant deaths and injuries. These products can create risks of suffocation, entrapment, and falls, particularly when used for sleep.

If you own a baby lounger, remember that it should NEVER be used as a sleep space for your baby. Babies should sleep:

-(A)lone, NO blankets, pillows, bumpers, or stuffed animals
-on their (B)ack to sleep
-in a (C)rib with a firm, flat sleep surface
-and in a (S)moke-free environment

In addition, SIDS of IL does not recommend baby loungers for infant sleep. Products with soft padding, raised sides, or pillow-like surfaces do not meet CPSC safe sleep recommendations and can increase the risk of sleep-related infant death. For more information like this visit our MySafeBaby tab at the link in our bio or at 🔗www.sidsillinois.org/my-safe-baby/safe-sleep-education.

Just because something is widely sold or trusted doesn’t mean it’s risk-free. Popular doesn’t always equal safe; always stay informed💙

🚨Recall Alert: Nara Organics’ Whole Milk Organic Infant FormulaA recent recall has been issued for Nara Organics’ Whole ...
06/15/2026

🚨Recall Alert: Nara Organics’ Whole Milk Organic Infant Formula

A recent recall has been issued for Nara Organics’ Whole Milk Organic Infant Formula due to a potential health risk of possible infant botulism. If you have this product, stop using it immediately and check the recall details.

Read the full article at: 🔗https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/nara-organics-recalls-infant-formula-rcna350003

Three infants who consumed Nara Organics’ Whole Milk Organic Infant Formula were reported to have infant botulism and were hospitalized. The recalled formula was sold nationwide at Target stores, Target.com, and Nara.com. The recall includes all lots of Nara Organics’ Whole Milk Organic Infant Formula.

Infant botulism can cause symptoms such as constipation, difficulty feeding, weakness, loss of head control, and a weak cry. If your baby has consumed this product and you notice any symptoms, contact your healthcare provider about your concerns immediately!

Please read, share, and save to help ensure other families see this important safety update. Report any incidents involving injury or product defect(s) to CPSC at www.SaferProducts.gov💙

This product will be included in our monthly recall digest at the link in our bio or through the link below⬇️⬇️⬇️

Link🔗https://docs.google.com/document/d/1f2p9wvW5vvNTz0L54n8_HuVsxnk12O3jMIYdwLMEjqI/edit?usp=sharing

Dr. Hannah C. KinneyDepartment of Pathology, Boston Children’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts“T...
06/15/2026

Dr. Hannah C. Kinney

Department of Pathology, Boston Children’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

“Take a method and try it.
If it fails, admit it frankly,
And try another. But by all
Means, try something.”
-Franklin D. Rosevelt

I am heartbroken to share with you the death of Dr. Hannah Kinney, the OG of SIDS research. Dr. Hannah Kinney began studying the WHY of SIDS in 1981. She took a critical look at the brainstem of babies who died from SIDS and continued her research for decades. Dr. Kinney and Dr. James Filiano co-developed the Triple Risk Model in 1984. This model proposed that when the Vulnerable Infant, in the Critical Period of Development, and External Stressors overlap, an infant is at the highest risk for SIDS. Her research showed that SIDS is most likely Multifactorial rather than a single cause.

In the 1990’s we were fortunate enough to have Dr. Hannah Kinney be the keynote speaker at the Northern Illinois SIDS Foundation Conference – now known as SIDS of Illinois, Inc. In February 2025, I had the honor of meeting Dr. Kinney again and hearing her present as she received the Inaugural Hannah C. Kinney Lifetime Achievement Award at the Isabel Davis Center for Safe Children in Houston. Her presentation was a trip down the “Rabbit Hole” and “Lessons Learned.”

She was certainly one of a kind, and we will miss her wisdom and kindness to all SIDS parents.

Kind regards,
Nancy Maruyama RN, BSN, NCBF
Executive Director
SIDS of Illinois, Inc.

“That’s not how we did it when you were a baby.”Many parents hear this when discussing their safe sleep strategies with ...
06/10/2026

“That’s not how we did it when you were a baby.”

Many parents hear this when discussing their safe sleep strategies with family members and caregivers. The good news? These conversations don’t have to become arguments or be unsettling.

Learn how to explain the ABCs of safe sleep, set healthy boundaries, and build a caregiving team that puts your baby’s safety first. Please read, share, and save to help spread accurate information. Click the link in our bio for the full article or below⬇️⬇️⬇️

Link🔗https://sidsillinois.org/safe-sleep-education/2025-07-01/how-to-teach-grandparents-and-babysitters-about-safe-sleep-rules-your-guide-to-healthy-boundaries

For additional safe sleep education visit our website’s MySafeBaby tab at the link in our bio or at 🔗www.sidsillinois.org/my-safe-baby/safe-sleep-education

Family Day at Brookfield Zoo is almost here! 🐼We’re excited to invite our bereaved families back to join us for a specia...
06/10/2026

Family Day at Brookfield Zoo is almost here! 🐼

We’re excited to invite our bereaved families back to join us for a special day together at the zoo! If you have NOT received your email invitation, please contact [email protected].

Be sure to keep an eye out for the Alexis Olmstead Memorial Golf Outing! This Golf Outing generously sponsors our Brookfield Zoo event.

Let’s cheer for Juan, an active board member and Safe Sleep Educator, as he runs his last two marathons for 1000 cribs!!...
06/08/2026

Let’s cheer for Juan, an active board member and Safe Sleep Educator, as he runs his last two marathons for 1000 cribs!! 🏃🏽‍♂️

Every mile Juan runs is for a baby who deserves a safe place to sleep. Support his journey and help provide Cribettes/Pack-n-Plays to underserved families across the state of Illinois🩵

Donate today using the link in our bio or down below⬇️⬇️

Link🔗https://www.mygiving.net/campaign/RUNNING-FOR-1000-CRIBS

Happy Birthday to our incredible leader, Nancy Maruyama🎉🎂🥳 Your dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment inspi...
06/03/2026

Happy Birthday to our incredible leader, Nancy Maruyama🎉🎂🥳

Your dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment inspire all of us every day. We are so grateful for your leadership, guidance, and the countless ways you make a difference.

Here's to a year filled with success, good health, happiness, and all the things that bring you joy. Have a fantastic birthday!

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Lisle, IL
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