Safe Sleep Champion Network

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General Information

The Safe Sleep Champion Network Webinar was held May 4 at 12:00 pm. Please see the recording, slides and other safe sleep resources on this page!

Over 125 Sleep Related Deaths Occur Annually in Ohio

Sleep related deaths remain the leading cause of post-neonatal mortality in Ohio, leading to the deaths of over 600 infants in the last 5 years. Unsafe sleep is the third highest cause of infant mortality in the state, and Black infants still die at rates more than double that of White babies.

Learn New Ways to Reach Families About the Most Common Risks

Safe sleep remains an important area for fighting infant mortality and disparities, with many opportunities for pediatricians to make positive impacts. All healthcare providers who interact with caregivers of infants can support families in implementing recommendations that reduce the risk of sleep-related infant death.

Safe Sleep Champion Network Webinar

As part of the National AAP Safe Sleep Champion Network, Ohio AAP Safe Sleep Champion Dr. Cailly Howell-McLean presented a webinar on May 4, 2026 from 12:00 – 1:00 pm to pediatricians and others who promote safe sleep in Ohio. Please see below for the recording and slides!