SIDS is the leading cause of death during the first year of life and unfortunately, Louisiana currently holds the second highest mortality rate in the United States. Louisiana Healthcare Connections, a facet of Healthy Louisiana, works diligently to offer resources and programs to expecting parents in order to continuously to lower the number of these cases. Dr. Stewart T. Gordan, MD joins us to discuss these tragic losses, the resources that are available to you, and tips for safe sleeping.
TW: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Mentioning topics such as infertility and child loss, especially by miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss.
Provided by Maddie's Footprints, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization offering emotional and financial support to families who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss (up to one year of age) in Acadiana and Greater Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Featuring: Ashley Stroder, LMSW, Program Director of Maddie's Footprints
Dr. Stewart T. Gordan, MD, Chief Medical Officer for Louisiana Healthcare Connections
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