Archive for 'Safety'
Child Proofing Homes
Injuries are one of the leading causes of hospitalization in children under five - which is why you’ll want to child proof your home now. Once your baby becomes mobile, child proofing your home is vital. [...]
Preventing and Treating Children’s Sunburns
The sun may seem like a summertime friend, but without the right protection it can also be our children’s enemy. With our depleted ozone layer, in many ways the sun has become more of a danger [...]
Holiday Hazards
Just how safe are your holiday decorations for kids? Holiday Hazards There are so many beautiful holiday decorations that can make a home so festive. But, while you may love the décor, it may not love [...]
Preventing Childhood Drownings at Lakes and Pools
Every year children drown while swimming or playing near water. But there’s a lot we can do to prevent this tragedy. From splashing in a wading pool to diving off a dock, water play is one [...]
Safety Tips for Backyard Pools
How to keep your children safe and sound around a backyard pool. Pool Safety Drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury related deaths in North America. And if you have a backyard pool, the [...]
Playground Safety
Is your neighborhood playground a safe one? Playground Safety You’d think that a playgrounds would be one of the safest places for children to play. The reality is that over 200,000 children are injured in playground [...]
Stranger Danger - How to Street Proof Children
Telling your children to “never talk to strangers” is only one step in keeping our children safe from sexual predators and child abductors. As children, how many times were we told to “never talk to strangers”? [...]
The Dangers of Spring Flooding
During springtime, flooding, thin ice and rushing waters can lead to tragedy. But there are ways to keep kids safe from spring water runoff and rains. Every year we hear of someone who has drowned in [...]
Poison Prevention
What every parent needs to know to prevent childhood poisonings. Poison Prevention Poisoning is a top cause of hospitalization of children under 6 years of age. It’s why keeping all toxic products in their original containers [...]
Outdoor Poisons
What every parent needs to keep in mind when it comes to outdoor poisons. Outdoor Poisons Now that spring is here, so is the gardening season and with it, potential hazards. While many municipalities now ban [...]
