Education

At Candles in the Dark, we believe that education is one of the most powerful ways to prevent infant loss, support grieving families, and honor the lives of the little ones we have lost. Whether you are a parent, sibling, friend, or community member-this page is here to help you understand and take action.

What is SIDS?

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome(SIDS) is the unexplained death of a seemingly healthy baby, usually during sleep, and most often under 1 year old. It is something no one expects-and when it happens, families are left with overwhelming pain and questions.

SIDS is not caused by vaccines,choking,or illness.It is not anyone's fault.But through awarness and education,we can lower the risk-and help families feel more empowered and less alone.

Common Risk Factors and Mistakes

Many loving parents make choices that seem safe-but can unknowingly increase the risk of infant loss during sleep.Some of the common risk factors include:

Placing babies to sleep on their stomachs instead of on their backs
Co-sleeping especially in unsafe sleep environments
Loose blankets, stuffed animals, or pillows in the crib
Overheating or using too many layers
Smoking during pregnancy or around the baby

We share this not to blame-but to inform. So many families have never been told what safe sleep really looks like.

How to practice Safe Sleep

The safest way for a baby to sleep is:

Alone-in their own crib or bassinet
Back-always place baby on their own back to sleep
Crib-free on blankets, toys, or pillows

Our Educational Programs

We provide free and accessible education to help families and communities prevent loss and support one another through grief.

Workshops and Webinars are to be held once a month. Various topics include:

Coping After Infant Loss
Helping Siblings Grieve
Safe Sleep and SIDS Prevention
Talking About Grief in Schools

Downloadable Resources will be uploaded soon.

Get Involved

Want to help educate and support others?

Volunteer to help with events and outreach
Donate to help us print grief packets and safe sleep materials
Visit the American SIDS Institute for more information about SIDS

Reach out at kennawasson899@gmail.com-we would love to hear from you.

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