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Third Trimester

Start monitoring your baby’s activity beginning with week 26. Make note, and immediately report, any sustained or significant change in your baby’s activity levels to reduce the risk of stillbirth. Many experts agree that monitoring your baby's kicks during the last trimester and noting any changes may help reduce the risk of a stillbirth death.

Consider feeding your baby breast milk, exclusively, for at least the first six months! Breastfeeding is best for your baby’s overall health and well-being, and there are less SIDS deaths among breastfed babies than bottle-fed babies. Please pay close attention to safe feeding/safe sleeping practices and the hidden dangers of falling asleep with your baby in an adult bed, sofa, chair or other unsafe sleep area.