This book by an experienced paediatrician offers a program based on current knowledge and hypothetical information from his personal observations that will minimize the risk of SIDS. Since it is a developmental disability affecting the cardio respiratory regulatory mechanisms during sleep, Sears suggests putting the infant to sleep on its back or side in a room that is not overheated. He recommends breastfeeding, parental abstinence from smoking, carrying the infant in a sling, and having the infant sleep in the same room with the parents.

A comprehensive review of research into Sudden Infant Death and startling information on its causes. Dr. Sears offers strategies to prevent or minimize the risk of SIDS.