Gov. Pritzker proclaims October Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month, joins Illinois DCFS and Pace Bus to remind caregivers to practice the ABCs of safe sleep. Unsafe sleep is a leading cause of death for children 1 year old and younger. To raise awareness about the ABCs of safe sleep, Governor JB Pritzker has proclaimed October as Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month in Illinois, joining the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (Illinois DCFS) and Pace Bus as they remind parents and caregivers of the three easy-to-follow steps they can take to create a safe sleep environment for infants in their care. Infants should always sleep alone, on their backs and in a safe crib.