Sleep Safe,

Sleep Secure

Derrick Stone Safe Sleep’s mission is to eliminate the risk of sleep-related accidents by spreading awareness about the dangers of an unsafe sleep environment along with empowering caregivers with education and resources to protect their infant.

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Our Cause

Empowering caregivers of all ages & types

ABOUT US

Our Vision

At Derrick Stone Safe Sleep, we envision a world where every baby can sleep safely and caregivers are equipped with the knowledge and tools to create a secure sleep environment. We are committed to promoting safe sleep practices and reducing the occurrence of sleep-related incidents.

Our Mission

Derrick Stone Safe Sleep is dedicated to raising awareness about safe sleep practices for infants. We aim to provide caregivers with access to resources and information that emphasize the importance of a safe sleep environment. By advocating for safe sleep guidelines, we strive to protect every infant from the risks associated with unsafe sleeping conditions.

OUR BLOG

Table Talk

It’s that time! We are all preparing to travel and visit our loved ones for the holidays. We can all get so caught up in preparing for the drive, the meal, the conversations. All of it is important to us. First, I want you to take a deep breath and remember that everything you need is within you. You are a great caregiver. You are capable. You have proved this to yourself time after time. We are all learning together. We are doing the best with what we have. Next, I want to b

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Jaxin’s Story

This is the last photo I took of Jaxin. Two weeks before his death. June 27-15 years ago right at this time, 5:00 am.I was picking up my daughter, Ashley from the side of the road. I had convinced her to pull over. She was sobbing so hard she couldn’t see to drive. We drove as fast as we could from Ansonia to Sidney. Terrified. It all started with a phone call a little before 5 am. Ashley was working two double shifts that weekend. 16 hour days. She was waking up to go to wor

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SUID, SIDS, and Accidental Asphyxiation

When Derrick first passed away I was in a deep state of shock for at least the first year. I would share with people how Derrick passed away from an unsafe sleep environment and the response nine times out of ten was "Oh, SIDS." I would get so frustrated because my son didn't pass away from SIDS. I wasn't sure where to turn or what to say, but I knew my son's death was preventable. Before we dig deeper into this, let's talk about the definitions of SUID, SIDS, and accidental

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FAQs

Safe Sleep Guidelines

Find answers to common questions regarding safe sleep practices, creating a safe sleep environment, and understanding the risks associated with unsafe sleeping conditions.

Caregiver Education

Learn about the educational resources available to empower caregivers with the knowledge and skills to ensure their infant's safe sleep.

Risk Factors

Discover the various risk factors associated with unsafe sleep environments and how to mitigate these risks to protect your infant.

Support & Resources

Access a comprehensive guide to support and resources aimed at promoting safe sleep practices and creating a secure sleep environment for infants.

Get Involved

Explore ways to get involved in our mission to promote safe sleep and protect infants from the dangers of unsafe sleep environments.

Contact Us

Reach out to our team for any inquiries, feedback, or assistance in promoting safe sleep practices and creating a safe sleep environment for infants.

CONTACT US

Have any questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out to us using the form below. Your support and engagement are crucial in advancing our mission to ensure every infant's safe sleep.

Safe sleep is the best sleep