Safe sleep guidance for new parents in the emergency department
This study tests an educational program in the pediatric emergency department to help parents learn and follow safe sleep practices, aiming to reduce the risk of sleep-related infant injuries and deaths.
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Who can take part
- You are the legal guardian of a baby younger than 4 months old.
- Your baby was seen in the pediatric emergency department and is not in critical condition (ESI level 2-5).
- You are comfortable speaking and reading English.
- You can be reached by phone or email for follow-up surveys.
- You do not currently follow all recommended safe sleep guidelines — for example, you may not always put baby on their back, or you might use pillows or blankets.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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