EPISODE · Oct 30, 2025 · 32 MIN
Dr. Heather Cathey Joins Drs. Mabry & Lee To Discuss The Importance Of SIDS Awareness Month
from Local Matters · host George Halford, Jeremy Wendt, Tiffany Anton, Jen Mabry & Emily Lee, Ben Rodgers
In recognition of National SIDS Awareness Month, Dr. Lee and Dr. Mabry sit down with Heather Cathey, Family and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, to have an important conversation about Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Heather breaks down what SIDS is—and what it isn’t—while addressing common myths, risk factors, and the life-saving precautions parents can take. She shares practical advice on safe sleep setups, the dangers of certain gadgets like weighted swaddles, and why infant brains need different care than adults. The episode also explores how local pediatric care in the Upper Cumberland has evolved to combat high infant mortality rates. If you're a parent, caregiver, or healthcare provider, this episode is packed with critical insights and local resources you need to know. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1
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In recognition of National SIDS Awareness Month, Dr. Lee and Dr. Mabry sit down with Heather Cathey, Family and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, to have an important conversation about Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Heather breaks down what SIDS is—and what it isn’t—while addressing common myths, risk factors, and the life-saving precautions parents can take. She shares practical advice on safe sleep setups, the dangers of certain gadgets like weighted swaddles, and why infant brains need different care than adults. The episode also explores how local pediatric care in the Upper Cumberland has evolved to combat high infant mortality rates. If you're a parent, caregiver, or healthcare provider, this episode is packed with critical insights and local resources you need to know. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today!
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