Influenza Sweeps through US, killing 37 children
The 2013 flu season is well underway in the United States and is currently wrecking havoc in all 50 states, despite officials’ best efforts to curb the spread. Although only halfway through the normal flu season, 37 children have died from the influenza, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The virus has been hitting […]
Choosing a Quality Child Care Center
With more than 11 million children going to a child care provider each day in the United States, selecting the right child care center has never been more important for a parent. After all, ensuring the safety and well being of their children is every parent’s ultimate goal. The child-care market has grown tremendously in […]
Time to Fire the “Nap Nanny”?
After the reported deaths of five infants, the federal government is suing the makers of “Nap Nanny” baby recliner for refusing a voluntary recall of its product, which reportedly poses “a substantial risk of injury and death to infants.” The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has filed a lawsuit against the manufacturer, Baby Matters LLC, […]
Potential Dangers of Electronic Toothbrushes
We have some important information to tell you about regarding the safety of electronic toothbrushes and children. A Florida mother was monitoring her 3-year-old daughter as she brushed her teeth with a battery –operated electronic toothbrush. She noticed the little girl was clearly irritated by something. It turns out a small pin out popped out […]
New Car Seat Recommendations
The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued a new recommendation regarding toddlers in car seats based on a study from the University of Virginia. Their research found that children under 2 are actually 75 percent less likely to endure serious or even deadly injuries in a crash if they are in a car seat and […]
Sleep Positioner Warning From CPSC and FDA
I’ve written blogs about crib recalls, as well as dangerous toys and other products specifically designed for babies. Now I’m adding “sleep positioners” to the list. The Consumer Product Safety Commission and the Food and Drug Administration have now both issued warnings to parents and caregivers about these specific products. The two agencies as well […]
Children Being Left in Hot Cars
Summer has just begun and already we are experiencing sweltering temperatures. For many people this is simply the best time of year, especially for kids, but as the vacation seasons begins, it’s important to remember that children can be put at risk by being left behind or trapped in a hot car. Parents just don’t […]
Pesticides & ADHD
Usually my blog entries center around specific products geared toward children, such as recalled cribs and toys, but today it’s about the food they putting in their mouths, specifically fruits and vegetables. An article in the June issue of Pediatrics includes some interesting research regarding pesticides and their possible connection to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in […]
Lead in Chinese Jewelry for Kids
We have an alert to tell you about. An investigation is underway by U.S product safety officials following a disclosure that links a toxic substance to children’s jewelry imported from China. The investigation comes about following an article by the Associated Press which tested and documented how some Chinese Manufacturers replaced cadmium for lead in […]
Zhu Zhu Hamster, Mister Squiggles, Potentially Hazardous
As parents scramble to find that perfect gift for their kids this holiday season, a consumer group says one of the hottest toys on the market right now carries high amounts of a potentially hazardous substance. GoodGuide says during testing of the Zhu Zhu Hamsters toy, they found unsafe levels of antimony. The federal standard […]
