{"id":550,"date":"2019-11-01T04:04:00","date_gmt":"2019-11-01T04:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goodstuffconnections.com\/?p=550"},"modified":"2020-04-17T04:07:48","modified_gmt":"2020-04-17T04:07:48","slug":"safe-and-sound-5-ways-to-reduce-safety-risks-for-young-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/goodstuffconnections.com\/index.php\/2019\/11\/01\/safe-and-sound-5-ways-to-reduce-safety-risks-for-young-children\/","title":{"rendered":"Safe and Sound-5 ways to reduce safety risks for young children"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>(eLivingtoday.com) <a>As parents, one of your top priorities is the safety and well-being of your children. <\/a>With all the potential pitfalls of day-to-day life, however, navigating the risks can be difficult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>These everyday safety tips can help you <\/a>navigate everything from car seat safety to baby-proofing and safe sleep, keeping <a>your child out of harm\u2019s way as much as possible from birth through his or her toddler years.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Car Seat Safety<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Always use a valid (typically less than 6 years old), federally approved car seat in motor vehicles.<\/li><li>Ensure the seat is properly installed. Refer to the instruction manual with any questions.<\/li><li>If you use an infant carrier, strap your child in on the floor, never a counter or tabletop.<\/li><li>For at least the first two years of your child\u2019s life, the car seat should be rear-facing.<\/li><li>The safest location for a car seat is in the middle of the back seat.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Choking Prevention<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Avoid giving your child nuts, popcorn, hard candies, hot dogs and raw fruits and vegetables, such as grapes or carrots, that may present a choking hazard.<\/li><li>Never prop up a bottle and leave your baby unattended.<\/li><li>Inspect toys often to ensure they\u2019re not broken and do not have small pieces that could easily become detached.<\/li><li>Be cautious of strings and buttons on clothing.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Safe Sleep<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The safest place for your baby to sleep is on his or her back, which reduces the risk for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).<\/li><li>Avoid placing anything in the crib or bassinet that may suffocate your child, such as pillows, blankets or bumpers.<\/li><li>Keep your child\u2019s room at a moderate temperature and dress him or her appropriately to avoid overheating.<\/li><li>Never leave your baby alone on a bed, couch, changing table, swing or infant seat.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Water Safety<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Set your hot water heater no higher than 120 F.<\/li><li>Test the temperature of bath water before setting your baby in the tub.<\/li><li>Never leave your baby unattended in the bathtub.<\/li><li>Keep toilet lids down and consider installing toilet lid locks.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Baby-Proofing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors on every level of your home and in every sleeping area.<\/li><li>Secure cords on blinds and drapes out of reach.<\/li><li>Keep sharp objects, such as knives, scissors and tools, and other hazardous items, like coins, beads and pins, in a secure place out of baby\u2019s reach.<\/li><li>Store cleaning products and medications in locked cabinets. Never store potentially toxic substances in containers that could be mistaken for food or drink.<\/li><li>Cover all electrical outlets.<\/li><li>Cushion hard edges and sharp corners of furniture and decor.<\/li><li>Secure cords to electrical items along baseboards using electrical tape.<\/li><li>Attach heavy or tall furniture to the wall and avoid placing items that could fall, like electronics or lamps, on top of dressers or shelves.<\/li><li>Install safety gates with straight, vertical slats securely in front of all stairwells.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Find more tips and ideas to keep your children safe at home and on the go at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.elivingtoday.com\/\">eLivingtoday.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Photo courtesy of Getty Images<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>November 2019 Issue<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>(eLivingtoday.com) As parents, one of your top priorities is the safety and well-being of your children. 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