There is also the question of bedding material. Some bedding can also cause infants to smother. One of the important issues to keep in mind is that SIDS cannot be prevented. This might help parents deal with their feelings of guilt if their child is the victim of this baffling malady. Dr. Knapp said.
People have overwhelming feelings of guilt.
Parents sometimes don't know what to do. But there is help available to them. Among the help are support groups and resources of the National SIDS Foundation. New laws require a complete investigation into the death of all infants. That means an autopsy and death scene investigation.