Who should use them and when should they be used
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is a rare but worrying condition that affects infants. It’s the sudden, unexpected death of an infant under one-year-old without any signs or symptoms before death occurred – and it can happen to babies who were also born too early as well as those whose parents have had other dead children die from this cause.
It may seem scary knowing there’s some risk associated with having more kids after losing ones already precious because we all want our families intact at least until grandchildren come along, but don’t worry: only about 1 out every 250 000 infants become victims.
Home apnea monitors are a popular choice for parents who want to make sure their baby is safe and sound in bed, but the devices may be unnecessary. Though newborns have been shown not to need this type of monitoring due to lack of tirelessness when sleeping patterns develop later on as they get older- usually within one year or earlier.
What is home apnea monitoring and how does it work to protect infants from SIDs (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome)
The cause of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is still unknown, but there have been many studies that attempted to find out if apnea was linked with it. These findings show no clear link between the two; even full-term newborns can experience brief periods where they stop breathing for less than a minute at a time during their first few weeks on earth.
The use of home apnea monitors can cause many false alarms!
The noise from these devices may make parents worry too much and lose sleep, leading them into a worse state than before they had the monitor installed in their house
One study found that when it came to parental moods there was more depression among those whose infants were monitored rather than not- though this could have been due partly because some people feel anxious about medical equipment anyway so having an additional worry never really helps anything at all.
Are there any other methods that can be used to reduce the risk of SIDS in infants?
Since 1994, there has been a 50% reduction in deaths from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). The campaign encourages two important steps for parents who want to reduce their risk when sleeping with babies: placing them on their back and not letting blankets or stuffed animals get close enough that they could cover the infant’s face.
- The back is the best position for sleep, especially when you’re talking about your baby. It’s important that they rest their heads on some pillows so it feels like a comfortable surface and not just another hard bed or mat.
- The best way to keep your baby safe when sleeping in a crib is by using the right equipment. A firm mattress and pillows, blankets, or stuffed animals should not be near them as this may cause injuries from rolling off of surfaces which could lead to death if nothing was blocking its fall! For more information on how you can protect yourself while also providing a comfortable environment for infants check out other articles.
To prevent “re-breathing,” these steps should be taken when putting a baby in their crib or swing. Rebbeading occurs because they breathe more carbon dioxide instead of taking fresh air into the lungs with each breath, which may lead them to an increased risk for sleep apnea and SIDS.
When should you get a home apnea monitor?
When is your baby having trouble breathing and needs more care than what doctors can give them at the hospital or clinic? Your pediatrician may recommend this device if:
- The child has serious medical issues that make it hard for him/her to inhale properly, such as cystic fibrosis; they’re on life support machines so their lungs won’t work without help;
- Some people also use these types of monitors while traveling by car because there’s no air traffic control tower nearby – but note how rare these cases actually are.
Editor’s Note: The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has released a list identifying specific tests and treatments that are commonly given to children, but may not always be necessary. Infant home apnea monitors were among the items listed; it gives more detail as reasons why these particular procedures would merit scrutiny in order for parents/caregivers to determine if they want them done or need one at all before making any final decisions about whether their little ones should undergo this type medical monitoring device while sleeping alone away from monitor gadgets designed just for moms who work outside home.
Sources:
- Reduce the Risk of SIDS & Suffocation https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/sleep/Pages/Preventing-SIDS.aspx Adapted from Safe Sleep and Your Baby: How Parents Can Reduce the Risk of SIDS and Suffocation (Copyright © 2011 American Academy of Pediatrics, Updated 10/2016)
- Sleep Apnea Detection https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/sleep/Pages/Sleep-Apnea-Detection.aspx Copyright © 2003 American Academy of Pediatrics; Updated 10/2012
The information on this site is not a substitute for medical care and advice from your pediatrician. There may be variations in treatment that he or she recommends based on individual facts, circumstances or personal preference you have as an adult who is now taking responsibility of caring for another life stage alongside their own childhoods!
