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Need Safe Sleep Supplies?

Did you know that every 3 days a baby in Illinois dies in their sleep?

The Winnebago County Health Department (WCHD) is pleased to provide safe sleep supplies, including sleep sacks, swaddles, pacifiers, or cribs.

Click here for safe sleep supplies and information

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