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nursingfinds nursingisinmyblood the-future-now Alabama is the latest state to offer baby boxes to new parentsAlabama just became the third state to provide parents with baby boxes, starter kits that not only contain essentials but double as a bed for newborns.New and expecting parents become eligible to receive one after taking an online quiz about Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and general sleep safety as part of a statewide initiative to combat infant mortality.Baby Box Co. CEO Jennifer Clary told ABC News Alabama especially is facing a “crisis situation” when it comes to infant deaths, with 8.3 out of every 1,000 infants born in Alabama dying every year as compared to the national average of 5.8. Read more. (3/29/2017 1:10 PM) nursingisinmyblood I just saw something about this and thought it seems like a great idea. Kinda surprised to see Alabama as one of the first states to adopt this though. Good for them!