Child Safety
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Sippy cup safety: What parents need to know
Sippy cups can lead to very real problems with a child’s dental health, speech development, and eating habits.
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Swallowed objects: What all parents need to know
Children are curious and frequently put objects in their mouths. You can make your child safer by keeping a close…
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How a home security system can help keep your kids safe
It is in every parent’s interest to keep their children safe at all times, and a home security system can…
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How to fly safe and stress-free with your baby
While it's natural to feel worried before a flight, the reality is that flying with a baby gets much easier…
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The hidden dangers of shopping trolleys and children
Shopping trolley-related injuries cause substantial paediatric morbidity among children under the age of five, and can be deadly.
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Childhood safety: How to prevent asphyxiation in children
Nearly all choking, suffocation and strangulation deaths and injuries in babies and toddlers are preventable.
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How can I keep my child safe from lead poisoning?
Young children can be exposed to dangerous lead through contact with paint chips and dust from lead paint in homes.
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Is cough medicine safe for children?
There are varieties of cough and cold medicines available over the counter (OTC) for children but how safe are they?
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Drowning prevention: Make sure your pool is child-proof
The biggest drowning threat facing families with toddlers is unexpected and the swimming pool is often the biggest cause of…
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Mother of abandoned baby girl runs away from court
Drug dependency may have played a role in the abandonment of the baby girl.
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