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Small Parts and Choking: The Toilet Roll Test, the Battery Problem, and the Things You'd Never Think Of
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Small Parts and Choking: The Toilet Roll Test, the Battery Problem, and the Things You'd Never Think Of

Choking is one of the most predictable serious injuries in under-threes. Toddlers explore the world through their mouths — that's not a flaw, it's how...

9 min read
What's Within Reach: A Floor-Level Audit of Your House
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What's Within Reach: A Floor-Level Audit of Your House

The single most useful child-proofing tool is your knees. Most parents already know which categories of object are dangerous; what they miss is which...

7 min read
What Belongs in a Cot, and What Doesn't
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What Belongs in a Cot, and What Doesn't

A cot is one of the few places a small baby spends hours unsupervised. The good news is the safety rules are short and consistent across the AAP, NHS,...

6 min read
Coins, Button Batteries, and Small Items
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Coins, Button Batteries, and Small Items

Coins, button batteries, and similar small items are commonly found in homes but present serious risks to young children. Unlike other choking hazards...

7 min read
Toy Safety Checklist for Parents
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Toy Safety Checklist for Parents

Most toy-related injuries are preventable, and most prevention boils down to a few specific checks. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) sets...

8 min read
Safe Construction Toys for Young Children
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Safe Construction Toys for Young Children

The construction toy aisle is misleading. Sets sit side-by-side that range from genuinely safe for a one-year-old to genuinely dangerous, and the age...

5 min read
Foods That Are Dangerous for Children Under Three
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Foods That Are Dangerous for Children Under Three

As your child begins eating solid foods, understanding which foods are unsafe is crucial for their safety. Some foods that are harmless for older chil...

5 min read
Choking Hazards: What to Remove From a Child's Reach
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Choking Hazards: What to Remove From a Child's Reach

Choking is one of the leading causes of unintentional injury and death in young children. Babies and toddlers naturally explore their environment by m...

5 min read
Choking Prevention in Babies and Toddlers: What Parents Need to Know
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Choking Prevention in Babies and Toddlers: What Parents Need to Know

Choking kills more children under five than almost any other accident at home, and what makes it especially painful is how often it could have been pr...

6 min read