National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome

Registration is open for our Virtual Family Support Symposium to take place on May 14, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. PT / 11:00 a.m. ET. The event will feature presentations on the challenges faced by families of victims of #ShakenBabySyndrome / #AbusiveHeadTrauma (SBS/AHT) and provide valuable resources for families caring for survivors as well as for those grieving their lost angels. Thanks to the generous support of our sponsor, The Matty Eappen Foundation, registration for the symposium is free! Register today at https://lnkd.in/dQQdMzsD. #symposium #suport #familyresources

This year marks the National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome’s 25th Anniversary! In celebration of this significant milestone, we will be hosting an in-person gala on April 24, from 6:30-9:00 p.m. at the Davis Conference Center in Layton, Utah. This special event commemorates a quarter-century of dedication to our mission and renews our commitments to protecting vulnerable children and supporting families in need. ? Our 25th Anniversary is also a testament to the collective effort of so many individuals who have supported us along the way. Today, we would like to recognize the businesses and individuals whose generosity made our gala possible. We are excited to announce our list of sponsors! ? Secure your ticket or table today at https://lnkd.in/g--EaGdB. #NCSBS25years #anniversary #companyanniversary #thankyou #celebrate #companycelebration #journey #years #grateful #workcelebration #congratulations

Celebrate the NCAA basketball tournament and the National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome's 25-year anniversary together in our MARCH MAGNETS sale! Our 25-year anniversary sale continues this month with 25% off the retail price of all four (4) of the magnets available in our online store. Act fast, this discount is good through the month of March. Use the code "25years" when you check out to get your discount. Visit the online store at?https://lnkd.in/gBvSS_zn #ShakenBabySyndrome #AbusiveHeadTrauma #MarchMagnets #StopChildAbuse #Prevention #NeverShakeABaby

The National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome (NCSBS) commends Dr. Barbara Sharief and Robin Bartleman for their leadership in sponsoring legislation that will protect Florida infants from shaken baby syndrome/abusive head trauma (SBS/AHT). Senate Bill 1482 and House Bill 1349 bring evidence-based SBS/AHT prevention materials to Florida families of new babies through hospitals, birthing centers, home visiting programs and other organizations who serve new families. SBS/AHT is the leading cause of child abuse deaths in children under five years old. Providing prevention education to parents/caregivers about infant crying, ways to soothe a crying baby and ways to cope when you become frustrated with a crying baby can help parents, especially first-time parents, deal with the stress of caring for an infant. The NCSBS supports these bills and appreciates the many advocates for SBS/AHT prevention who worked on drafting this bill. Your diligence and commitment will save lives and support strong families in Florida. #ShakenBabySyndrome #AbusiveHeadTrauma #StopChildAbuse #NeverShakeABaby #SavingLivesInFlorida #FloridaFamilies

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) technical report #AbusiveHeadTrauma in Infants and Children will be published in the March issue of #Pediatrics. This technical report addresses the sensationalistic and often misinformed approach in which the media often covers legal stories about the wrongful convictions of individuals accused of abusing a baby and their fight for justice. The report clarifies that there is no medical controversy surrounding the abusive head trauma (AHT) diagnosis rather that any "controversy surrounding AHT" plays out "in legal and media realms." The AAP report intends to assist pediatric providers and child welfare agencies in countering misinformation by organizing the evidence base supporting the AHT diagnosis into more accessible and definable information more conducive for consumption by the general population. For more info, visit https://lnkd.in/gmZU58Ak #ShakenBabySyndrome

To celebrate our 25th anniversary, the National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome is passing off 25% discounts every month on a particular item. This month is the Enjoy Your Baby Bundle in either English or Spanish featuring 50 each of Enjoy Your Baby brochures, magnets and bookmarks. This offer runs through the end of February, so take advantage of these savings soon. Just use the code "25years" at checkout. And come back in March when we feature a new 25% off deal to use for your #ShakenBabySyndrome / #AbusiveHeadTrauma prevention and education needs. Visit our online store at:?https://lnkd.in/gtWppmRE #NeverShakeABaby #Prevention #Education #StopChildAbuse #25thAnniversary

The National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome (NCSBS) celebrates the extraordinary life of Robert W. Block, M.D., FAAP, who recently passed away at the age of 81. Dr. Block’s career is filled with honors and achievements. He was an emeritus professor of pediatrics and past Daniel C. Plunket Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine in Tulsa. Dr. Block was Oklahoma’s first chief child abuse examiner, serving in that role from 1989 to 2011. He served as the 2011-2012 American Academy of Pediatrics President and chaired the AAP’s Committee on Child Abuse and Neglect. Dr. Block’s career earned him the Ray Helfer Society Award for contributions to the prevention of child abuse and neglect in 2006 and induction into the Tulsa Hall of Fame in 2013. In 2021, Dr. Block received the Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits Visions Lifetime Achievement Award given to an individual who dedicated a lifetime of philanthropy and volunteer leadership to charitable causes and has been instrumental in the success of one or more charitable organization(s). The NCSBS was fortunate enough to be one of the nonprofit organizations for which Dr. Block dedicated his leadership. He served on the NCSBS International Advisory Board from 2010 through 2019, leading this group of medical, legal and prevention experts as the Board Chair from 2016 through 2019. Dr. Block’s influence lives in our programs and the education materials we deliver to families and caregivers of new babies. He was a giant among his peers and in the world of shaken baby syndrome/abusive head trauma prevention, but his humility allowed him to connect with everyone on any level. So, it is with sorrow that we reflect on the incredible life of a true champion for families. #StopChildAbuse #NeverShakeABaby #Doctor #Prevention #ChildAdvocacy #DrRobertBlock #LegacyOfHope #Pediatrics #HonoringDrBlock

Registration is open for our 25th Anniversary Gala, taking place on April 24th at the Davis Conference Center in Layton, Utah! We're thrilled to continue celebrating this milestone, marking a quarter-century of dedication to our mission at NCSBS. This special event is a tribute to all the individuals whose support has made our journey possible. Don’t miss out—secure your ticket or table today at?https://lnkd.in/g--EaGdB. #NCSBS25years #companyanniversary #anniversary #thankyou #celebrate #companycelebration #journey #years #grateful #workcelebration #congratulations?

Mark your Calendar ??? for our 2025 Virtual Family Support Symposium on May 14, 2025. This event will feature presentations focused on the challenges faced by families of victims of #ShakenBabySyndrome / #AbusiveHeadTrauma (SBS/AHT), offering valuable resources for families caring for survivors and those grieving their lost angels. Thanks to the generous support of our sponsor, The Matty Eappen Foundation, registration will be free. Keep an eye out for more updates, including the opening of registration and the release of the program. Registration is coming soon! Visit The Matty Eappen Foundation at www.mattyeappen.org