Do not let your baby get too hot or too cold. Overheating can increase the risk of SIDS.

Does being too cold increase risk of SIDS?

The risk for sudden infant death syndrome is higher during colder months, so parents and caregivers should be aware of this risk and take the necessary precautions, according to a press release from the NIH.

Can a baby being cold cause SIDS?

Parents and caregivers can take steps to reduce the risks of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) during the colder months, when infants are at higher risk, according to the National Institutes of Health.