aden + anais’ and the CJ Foundation for SIDS’ #giveaway

Oh wow there is a lot of snow across the US and we’re expecting only 2 – 3 inches but we are in Texas, I mean come on. Snow! With the coldest of the winter months now upon us, I have been seeking out as many blankets as I can. If I was in my own house I would be turning on the fireplace and turning up the heat. But how do you keep your babies warm. Infants who are overdressed or covered in heavy blankets or many blankets are at higher risk for SIDS. It is very important for babies to be dressed lightly and comfortably to avoid overheating. The CJ Foundation recommends the use of wearable blankets and sleep-sacks in place of blankets to keep infants warm while sleeping.

aden + anais®, creator of the original muslin swaddling blanket and unique muslin cotton sleeping bags, is proudly sponsoring the CJ Foundation for SIDS and their continuing efforts to educate parents about the importance of not over-bundling and over-heating their infants. Over 2,000 babies in the United States still die of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) each year, and overheating is a leading risk factor. I had no idea that this was the case. I couldn’t imagine losing one of my two and I am the mom that checks on them a dozen times before I go to bed.

In an effort to support the CJ Foundation for SIDS’ mission, aden + anais® began sponsoring the foundation in October 2009 during SIDS Awareness Month. Each aden + anais® product is made of 100% breathable muslin cotton, which allows baby’s body temperature to adjust naturally, reducing the risk of overheating.

The CJ Foundation recently launched its Sleep in Safety, Grow in Style (SSGS) campaign to help educate parents about the importance of designing safe sleeping environments for babies. aden + anais® is working to help the CJ Foundation inform parents of the many ways they can keep their baby safe. While over-heating is one risk-factor for SIDS, SSGS and aden + anais® seek to educate parents about this and the other risk-reducing, precautionary practices:

Consider the use of fans to increases ventilation

Room temperature should be comfortable for a lightly-clothed adult, approximately 61-67 degree Fahrenheit

Cribs should be totally free of all loose blankets, stuffed animals and crib bumpers

Lay baby to sleep in an improved crib, on a firm mattress; do not let the baby sleep on soft things, like a couch, pillow, sheepskin, foam pad or waterbed

No smoking when pregnant or near baby

If possible, breastfeed baby

Offer a pacifier at bedtime

Co-sleeping should be in the same room but not the same bed or other sleep surface as parents

About aden + anais®: aden + anais was founded by two Australian mothers who missed their native muslin cotton swaddling blankets. After three years and nine muslin cotton baby products, aden + anais has received the Creative Child magazine 2007 Seal of Excellence and several prestigious iParenting Media Awards. www.adenandanais.com

About the CJ Foundation for SIDS: The CJ Foundation for SIDS is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the special needs of the SIDS community through funding SIDS research, support services and public awareness programs. www.cjsids.org

aden and Anais are giving away a one cozy sleeping bag for anyone in Canada or the US.

To Enter:

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The contest will run until Feb 22 nd 11:59 pm Pacific. The winner will be selected by www.random.org. All rules can be found under giveaway rules.