Aden and Anais Review and Giveaway

Today, I was contacted and asked to participate in a topic that hits really close to home, SIDS. In March 2002, my baby Kaleb got his angel wings at only 4 months old. After 6 long, horrible months, cause of death was ruled Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.

8 years ago, I had only heard of SIDS a few times. I had no idea what it was about, much less how to prevent it. I have spent years educating myself about SIDS and how I could have made a difference. I have had 2 more children since then. Even though I have spent many nights watching them breath, I felt better knowing what changes to make that will reduce the chances of another SIDS death. One easy change is using a sleep sack or sleeping bag.

Many things could effect the situation but overheating is the leading cause. Please read the attached press release from yesterday.


New York, NY—February 4, 2010 – With the coldest of the winter months now upon us, parents and caregivers are more likely to crank the heating and reach for plush, thick blankets to keep their 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.
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

For more information on aden + anais’® sponsorship of the CJ Foundation, please contact Kristina Junger-Godfrey at Kristina@kjunger.com or 949.720.7062.

Because of the time sensitive material, I agreed to post my giveaway with the article before I review the item. I will post the review ASAP.

Bet you would like one, huh?

Would you like to own a Cozy Sleeping Bag of your own? You can head over to Aden and Anais and purchase your own.

Bet you would rather win one, huh?

Aden and Anais would like to offer one of my readers the chance to win one of their cozy sleeping bags in your choice of pattern and size.

Mandatory Entry:

Head on over to Aden and Anais tell me what your choice of Sleeping Bag will be if you win.

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Each entry needs to be a separate comment. Also, please leave a valid email address for me to contact you unless it is in your profile. The Aden + Anais giveaway will end at 11:59pm on February 28th, 2010. Winners will be chosen via randomorg.com and the winner has 48 to send correct mailing information or I will draw another winner.

**I have not received any product as of the time of this post. I will receive a sleeping bag to review at a later date. No other compensation was received.The opinions expressed are my own and your opinions may differ**