When my baby was under 1 year old, I remember checking on him 3 or 4 times a night to make sure he was still breathing. Now that he is almost 2, I still check on him at least once through out the night. I think every parent worries about their baby while their sleeping. Here are ten things you can do to ease a few of your worries and reduce the risk of SIDS (from SIDS Resources).
1. Place your baby on his/her back to sleep.
2. Do not smoke while you are pregnant and don't let anyone smoke in your home.
3. Make sure the baby's crib has a firm mattress and fitted sheet.
4. Don't use blankets, pillows, stuffed animals, bumper pads, or positioning wedges in your baby's crib.
5. Don't let your baby sleep on soft things like cushions, pillows, comforters, the couch, or an adult bed.
6. Do not let your baby get too hot by over bundling or keeping the room too warm.
7. Take good care of yourself while you are pregnant and have regular checkups.
8. Take good care of your baby. Keep appointments with the pediatrician.
9. Breastfeed your baby.
10. Consider using a pacifier for sleep times.
