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Sleep deprivation is a near-universal experience for parents of infants, particularly in the first months of life. Night feedings, constant vigilance, and the pressure of responsibility can push even the most attentive caregivers to their limits. Experts often warn against holding babies while sitting or lying down when overly tired, precisely because of the risk of falling asleep. Still, such warnings offer little comfort in the aftermath of an accident that has already occurred.

What makes this tragedy especially painful is its ordinariness. There was no malicious intent, no reckless behavior described—only a parent trying to soothe his child while battling exhaustion. In a matter of seconds, a routine act of care turned fatal, altering the course of multiple lives forever.

For the father, the psychological toll is likely to be immense. Accidental deaths involving children often leave surviving parents with profound guilt, even when investigations confirm there was no criminal wrongdoing. Mental health professionals note that such parents frequently struggle with long-term trauma, depression, and self-blame, requiring extensive emotional support.

Authorities have not released details about whether counseling or social assistance is being provided to the family, but in similar cases, referrals to psychological services are common. The legal investigation may eventually conclude that the death was accidental, but the emotional consequences will not end with a police report. Continue reading…