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NewsChannel 13: Swaddling and SIDS – What’s The Connection?

Swaddling, the act of snugly wrapping an infant in a blanket or garment for warmth and security, has long been a go-to for sleep-deprived parents the world over. Recommended by grandmothers, pediatricians, fellow parents – swaddling has earned it bona-fides as fussy baby-calming powerhouse. For many new parents, a recent analysis published in Pediatrics has raised concern about the practice. Many headlines in the papers and on TV warned swaddling babies increased the risk of SIDS. But a deeper analysis reveals a more nuanced conclusion, supporting what many parents and pediatricians already know – swaddling is generally safe for most infants. Diane Tenenbaum, M.D. from St. Peter’s Family Health Center, a practice of St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates (SPHPMA), was interviewed for a segment on WNYT-NewsChannel 13 discussing the controversy and safe swaddling. See the full story here.

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13 Kids Who Care: Kathleen Snyder

St. Peter’s Health Partners, WNYT-NewsChannel 13 and the Times Union have once again teamed up to “uncover” and honor youth in the Capital Region whose volunteer work touches the lives of our residents and improves the quality of life in this area. The program, “13 Kids Who Care,” is now in its 18th year of recognizing truly exceptional kids who cast a bright light on our future. Meet Kathleen Snyder, a 10th grader at Cairo-Durham High School. Kathleen’s volunteer efforts with Club Interact, a school organization that focus on helping those most in need, truly set her apart as a “kid who cares.” Click HERE to see Kathleen’s story.