The highest risk group for SIDS includes infants between 1 and 4 months old, with the majority of cases occurring before six months of age. Epidemiological studies have identified several risk factors:
Maternal Factors: Smoking during pregnancy, young maternal age, and inadequate prenatal care. Infant Factors: Male gender, premature birth, low birth weight, and multiple births. Environmental Factors: Unsafe sleep environments, such as sleeping on the stomach or side, soft bedding, and overheating.
