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Hidden baby hazards

Playpens can be very dangerous places if piled high with toys. The fewer the better. Babies may be hurt by falling onto toys and toddlers will try to escape by climbing onto the toys to get out. String on toys can often get tangled and could get tied around a child’s throat – be extra…

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Safey in other people’s houses

When visiting friends or family with an active baby or toddler, it can help to cast a careful eye around the room – and ask if dangerous (or expensive!) items could be removed for your visit. Most people would not be offended at the request – and they might even be relieved that you’ve brought up the subject…

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Sound, temperature and movement monitors

These are similar to the conventional sound monitors, but also monitor the temperature in the baby’s room and relay the information to the parent’s unit where it is displayed on an electronic screen. Some monitors also include a sensor pad which can be placed under the baby’s mattress to monitor movement and breathing for additional…

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Childproof your home

Prevent serious injury to your baby/toddler The distress caused when a child is seriously injured at home is immense. The safe haven that is home is full of hidden dangers – childproofing your home provides protection to both your children and your property. Childproofing can save minor injury, and often permanent disability or in some cases lives – that’s…

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Childproofing your home for a second baby

You’ve been through it once before and now you have to do it all over again only this time there’s an elder brother or sister in the house. Six essential tips to make your home safe for a new baby Take a very close look at any equipment you intend to reuse. What sort of condition is…

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Child resistant medicines tops don’t stop accidents

21st June 2004 One in five toddlers can open medicines and chemical bottles with child resistant tops, according to safety experts. The findings have been released to coincide with the launch of Child Safety Week and safety experts warn that parents should ensure potentially dangerous products are stored safely. Every year 25,000 under-fives are taken…

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Safety Gates : On test

Which is the best safety gate for you? Babyworld asked parents to test six and give us their verdict. Report by babyworld product testing expert Julie Baxter. What is a safety gate? Safety gates can be used to protect your child once he or she becomes mobile. Gates can be positioned at the top and/or bottom…

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