SIDS of Illinois, Inc.

11/06/2026

October Recall Digest features recalled products sold by Target, Walmart, Amazon, Shein, and other major retailers. If you or someone you know owns one of these items STOP USING THEM IMMEDIATELY, take it away from children and contact the company using the details provided in our monthly recall digest, linked below. Report any incidents involving injury or product defect(s) to CPSC at www.SaferProducts.gov.

Help keep your family informed! Sign up for our newsletter, going out November 16th, to receive information on our monthly recall digest, helpful information, important events, and much more right to your email! Click the link in our bio or use the link below⬇️⬇️⬇️

Link🔗https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/newsletter-form/sign-up-for-our-monthly-newsletter-23

If you do not have an active email address, you can also access our monthly recall digest through the link in our bio or using the link below⬇️⬇️⬇️

Link🔗https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Te90nn08G2u-xrqCIqxTgYJCh1PcHCX0cfikrT-H_wU/edit?usp=sharing

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The following products mentioned are recalled:

-bblüv Grow High Chairs (Fire and Burn Risk)
-IYTI Light-Up Princess Costumes (Ingestion Risk)
-Costway Convertible High Chairs
(Fall and Strangulation Risk)
-Mbabyjon Crib Bumpers(Choking and Ingestion Risk)
-Pillani Nursing Pillows (Ingestion Risk)
-Papablic Bedside Sleepers with Play Yard Extensions (Burn Risk)

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11/04/2026

🍼💙 Calling all Southland families!

Come out for a fun day of community, connection, and FREE giveaways for the whole family! Families can stop by to pick up:

-Baby clothing & essentials
-Non-perishable meal bags
-Socks
-Toiletry & hygiene items
-Book bags
-Books

Sudden Infant Death Services (SIDS) of Illinois, Inc. is excited to help bring families and community partners together for the Southland Fall Fest & Community Giveaway. This is a great opportunity for families to connect with their community, meet local organizations, and pick up some helpful items for their households. Stop by our educator Kim’s table to learn about SIDS, see how to safely swaddle your baby, and much more! 🩵

📅 Saturday, November 14, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Calumet City Public Library
660 S. Manistee Ave., Calumet City, IL 60409

Families are welcome! Registration is encouraged, but NOT required to attend! Please keep in mind that giveaway items are available while supplies last, so be sure to stop by early!

Know a family who could use these resources? Share this post or tag them below so they don’t miss out!

🔗 Register your family in advance: https://airtable.com/appB1AUqprcVKwIFw/pagg9ygApyd1PPlsj/form

Hope to see you there! 🩵

11/03/2026

The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH CDPH) “52 Empty Cribs” exhibit brought attention to the heartbreaking loss of infant lives through a public art installation and media event held on October 27, 2026, at Chicago’s Daley Plaza. Featuring 52 empty cribs, each representing one week of the year, the installation honored the 208 infants who died during sleep in Cook County between 2019 and 2023.

According to RUSH Medical, “In Cook County today, the greatest threat to the lives of infants is sleep-related infant death. These deaths occur about once a week and are almost always related to an unsafe sleep situation.”

Learn more about the 52 Empty Cribs event🔗 www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/cdph/provdrs/cdph_administration/news/2026/october/cdph-press-release-10-26-2026-safe-sleep-event.html

Link🔗chicagocrusader.com/sleep-related-deaths-among-black-babies-14-times-higher/

11/03/2026

At Sudden Infant Death Services (SIDS) of Illinois, Inc., we believe every baby deserves a safe start, and every family deserves support. Your generosity helps us reach more families, prevent sleep-related infant deaths, and provide comfort to those affected by loss. Thank you for helping make a difference across Illinois!❤️

Here’s a look at the impact we’ve made together:
🛏️60 Cribs Distributed
👕88 Sleep Sacks Distributed
📖510 MySafeBaby Reads
📞98 1-on-1 Safe Sleep Calls Made

Take action today! Visit sidsillinois.org/donate to donate.

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11/02/2026

Shop Minted and give back to Sudden Infant Death Services (SIDS) of Illinois, Inc.! 💙

SIDS of Illinois, Inc. is part of Minted’s fundraising program! That means you can find something special for yourself or a loved one while helping make a difference for Illinois families.

Here’s how you can participate:

✨ Save 20% on eligible purchases by entering our exclusive fundraising code at checkout. Plus, 10% of your purchase will go directly to SIDS of Illinois!

🛍️ This partnership is available through the end of the year!

Every purchase helps us continue our work in safe sleep education, community outreach, and bereavement support for families across Illinois.

Use code, FUNDRAISESIDSOIL at checkout to save and support our mission.

Please note: The 20% discount does not apply to Fine Art Prints or products from Minted’s Third-Party Marketplace collection.

10/28/2026

Thank you to everyone who has donated to Juan’s race for 1000 cribs! We are truly grateful to be able to provide cribs to families in need across Illinois! Your donation makes a difference.🩵

We are still taking donations! Email [email protected] for more information.

Donation link🔗https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/running-for-1000-cribs

If you can’t donate, please help us by sharing our posts! 🩵

10/27/2026

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for our 2026 Fallen Leaf Fundraiser! 🩵 We’re so grateful to have shared an evening filled with laughter, meaningful memories, and incredible support for a cause close to our hearts.

Thank you for being part of our mission to support Illinois families and help every baby have a safe start. Save the date for next year’s Fallen Leaf Fundraiser on October 22nd; you don’t want to miss it!🍁

10/27/2026

This October we hold space for every loss, every story and every little life that will never be forgotten.

It’s not just a loss. It’s a call for change.💙

Remember the ABCs of Safe Sleep:

–Place baby to sleep (A)lone: Baby sleeps best in their own sleep space, without pillows, blankets, or bumpers.
–On their (B)ack: Always place baby to sleep on a firm, flat surface.
–In a (C)rib: Use a safety-approved crib, bassinet, or play yard.
–And in a (S)moke-free environment.

No family should have to grieve alone. Feel free to show your support by dropping a “💙”

10/08/2026

Critical information from the CDC about infant deaths! One infant death is one too many! Please read and share. If you need help with safe sleep, please reach out to us at [email protected] or [email protected].

A new report in CDC’s MMWR found that from 2020 through 2024, unsafe sleep practices were present in at least 3 in 4 sudden unexpected infant deaths (SUID) based on data from the SUID and Sudden Death in the Young Case Registry. Safe sleep practices can help reduce SUID risk. Always place babies to sleep on their backs, in a non-shared crib or bassinet, with no soft or loose bedding. https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/75/wr/mm7535a1.htm

10/07/2026

LAST CHANCE for you to grab your 2026 Fallen Leaf Fundraiser ticket THIS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10TH!!🍂

Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with laughter, memories, friendship, and fun!

🥂Signature Cocktail
🍝 Amazing Food
🍾 W**e Toss
🌸 Build Your Own Bouquet Bar
🛍️ Exciting Silent Auction
📸 A Trip Down Memory Lane:  Celebrating incredible moments and milestones from SIDS of Illinois’ past 50+ years

Most importantly, your support helps Sudden Infant Death Services (SIDS) of Illinois, Inc. continue providing lifesaving safe sleep education, community outreach, and compassionate grief support to families throughout Illinois.

Come celebrate how far we’ve come, honor the impact we’ve made, and help us continue this important work.💙

🎟️ Tickets MUST be purchased by October 10th! Don’t miss this special evening; we can’t wait to celebrate with you! RSVP using the link in our bio or below⬇️⬇️⬇️

Link🔗https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-fallen-leaf-fundraiser

Contact [email protected] for questions.