September is Baby Safety Month, an annual awareness campaign hosted by the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association. Choosing safe baby products and using them according to the manufacturer’s instructions is crucial. Only Use Products for Manufacturer Designated Purposes Products that are designed and marketed for activities like nursing, playing, or lounging should only be used for […]
Fall Prevention Tips for Small Children
There’s so much for young children to discover every single day. It’s one of the joys and struggles of being a parent, grandparent, or caregiver. Watching little ones learn to navigate the world is exciting, but it can also present new dangers. While some bumps and bruises are to be expected, taking safety precautions can […]
Get Ready for a Safe School Year with These Tips
It’s back to school season, so it’s a great time to revisit some important school safety tips. No matter how your child gets to school each day, there are safety considerations to keep in mind, so let’s start with school transportation safety. Transportation Safety If your child walks to school, teach them to stay on […]
Water Safety: Prevent Child Drownings
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently released its annual drowning and submersion report. Fatal drownings and nonfatal drowning injuries remain high for children under age 15; child drownings continue to be the leading cause of death for children ages 1-4 years old. There were approximately 6,300 nonfatal drowning injuries treated in hospital emergency […]
Playground Safety Tips for Caregivers
Playgrounds are great places for kids to have fun, enjoy some physical activity, and develop their social skills. But playgrounds that are not properly designed, constructed, and maintained can pose safety hazards. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 200,000 children ages 14 and younger are treated for playground-related injuries […]
