Iowa SIDS Foundation

Iowa SIDS Foundation Offering Support, Providing Education, and Hope for the Future Suite 2Urbandale, IA 50322515-965-7655Email us at: [email protected]

The Iowa Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Foundation is a statewide non-profit 501c3 health organization dedicated to providing emotional support to SIDS and SUID families in Iowa, educating professionals and the general public about SIDS, and funding medical research into the causes of SIDS.2963 100th St.

Yesterday was National Grief Awareness Day, a reminder that grief doesn’t follow a calendar, a timeline, or a neat path....
09/01/2026

Yesterday was National Grief Awareness Day, a reminder that grief doesn’t follow a calendar, a timeline, or a neat path. For families who have lost a baby to SIDS or other causes, grief is a lifelong companion shaped by love, memory, and the moments that should have been.

We honor the parents, siblings, grandparents, and loved ones who carry this grief every day. Your babies mattered. Your grief is real. And your love continues to shine through every memory you hold.

We are still thinking about how incredible Walk Day was! The way the community comes together to support our mission and...
08/31/2026

We are still thinking about how incredible Walk Day was! The way the community comes together to support our mission and our families fills us with so much gratitude! We'd like to thank our Gold and Diamond Level Sponsors once last time for their generous support of the 2026 Walk for the Future!! 🫶

🪙Gold🪙
Molina Healthcare
The Family of Stevie Jeneary
House of Q2
Tight Lines Consultancy
Senior Savings Services
The Schon Family

💎Diamond💎
Jeneary and Erdmann Integrative Dentistry
Family of Libbi Bendickson
Joe and Amanda Susemihl

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Thank you so much for joining us at the 2026 Walk for the Future! We hope you felt surrounded by a community who underst...
08/26/2026

Thank you so much for joining us at the 2026 Walk for the Future! We hope you felt surrounded by a community who understands and is there for you 🤍🩷💙

If you would like to share about your Walk Day experience, reach out to [email protected].

While our Walk is a one day event, the Iowa SIDS Foundation is here to support you all year long, get connected with us today!

08/26/2026

Tomorrow at Noon EST we'll be hosting a Grandparents Grief Support Group. Any grandparent who's experienced an infant loss or stillbirth is welcome to attend. Here's the link to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85176101333

We want to see your Walk Day photos! You can DM to us or email them to info@iowasids.org. Thanks so much again for joini...
08/24/2026

We want to see your Walk Day photos! You can DM to us or email them to [email protected]. Thanks so much again for joining us for the 2026 WALK FOR THE FUTURE!

Today is the day! Walk Day is here! Where are you walking today?!
08/22/2026

Today is the day! Walk Day is here! Where are you walking today?!

Tomorrow is a big day. Not only will we be gathering around the state for our annual Walk for the Future but it's also N...
08/21/2026

Tomorrow is a big day. Not only will we be gathering around the state for our annual Walk for the Future but it's also National Rainbow Baby Day.

National Rainbow Baby Day Celebrates the beautiful rainbow babies who bring light after unimaginable storms. Their arrival does not erase the grief that came before—it honors it. Every rainbow baby carries the love, longing, and memory of the babies who are forever missed.

To the families holding their rainbows, and to those still waiting for theirs, we see your strength. And to the babies gone too soon, your lives continue to inspire hope, healing, and our mission every day. 🌈💛

A few reminders for you!☂We will walk rain or shine, so you might want to bring an umbrella…just in case!💲If you are pla...
08/19/2026

A few reminders for you!

☂We will walk rain or shine, so you might want to bring an umbrella…just in case!
💲If you are planning to participate in your locations silent auction, raffle or other sales be sure to bring cash or checks for payments.
👕If you registered before July 22nd your shirt(s) will be available for pick up on location the day of the Walk.
❕If you did not register before the 22nd, you can still join us! Registration will be available on site ($25 adult, $10 youth), no apparel is available, the fee paid provides entrance to the event and aids in our fundraising efforts!

Have questions about your specific location? Leave a comment or send us a message!

It's officially WALK WEEK! We are looking forward to gathering with families across the state in our 5 locations to hono...
08/17/2026

It's officially WALK WEEK! We are looking forward to gathering with families across the state in our 5 locations to honor and remember our precious babies. Be sure to check the Walk page (https://iowasids.org/news-events/walk-for-the-future.html) to review details for your location including start times! 💙🩷🤍

Today is "National Son and Daughter Day" Today, we hold close the parents whose sons and daughters live in their hearts ...
08/11/2026

Today is "National Son and Daughter Day"

Today, we hold close the parents whose sons and daughters live in their hearts but not in their arms. Your babies mattered. Your love for them continues. And their memory remains an enduring part of your family’s story.

We honor every child gone too soon and every parent who carries both love and grief each day. Your son or daughter will always be remembered.

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2963 100th Street Suite 2
Urbandale, IA
50322

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+15159657655

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