Videos about how to prevent SUDI (sudden unexplained death in infancy).
SUDI (previously known as cot death) can be a scary subject for new parents to think about. Each year in New Zealand 60 to 70 babies die suddenly during their sleep. Most of these deaths are preventable. It is important to understand how to reduce the risk, so you can protect your baby.
SUDI – Seven Sharp
This video describes ways to reduce the risk of SUDI and introduces Cassandra Moar – a woman weaving traditional Maori cots to help prevent SUDI.
(Northland District Health Board, NZ, 2013)
Safe sleep – SUDI
This safe sleep video delivers key messages for new parents on creating a safe sleep environment for baby.
(Northland District Health Board, NZ, 2013)
PEPE – PLACE baby in his or her own baby bed
It's important to place baby in his or her own baby bed, to make sure that baby cannot become wedged under or in between anything and that there is nothing that can block baby's airway. It's all about protecting baby's breathing.
(Northland District Health Board, NZ, 2013)
PEPE – POSITION baby on his or her back to sleep
Where we place baby to sleep is really important. A range of baby beds are available that allow you to sleep next to your moko in your bed, while he or she is in a safe baby bed. For example there is the wahakura, moses basket and peepi pod.
(Northland District Health Board, NZ, 2013)
PEPE – ENCOURAGE & support mum, so baby is breastfed
Breast feeding strengthens baby, which helps him or her to sleep safely through the night. It is important to support mum so she has plenty of time to breastfeed.
(Northland District Health Board, NZ, 2013)
PEPE – ELIMINATE smoking in pregnancy, in the whānau & in the home
Babies from smoke free pregnancies are healthier and stronger. Being smoke free is one of the best ways to help baby's breathing, which will protect baby to sleep safely through the night.
(Northland District Health Board, NZ, 2013)