Archive for the ‘Safety Information & Tips’ Category
Five Major Risk-Reducers for Peace-of-Mind in 2012
Over the years, we have posted hundreds of safety tips and to-do lists. Frankly, it can be a bit overwhelming, even for us. While any task that reduces your family’s risk of injury is worth doing, especially the simple and inexpensive ones (which most are), there are a few that can dramatically reduce your risk [...]
It’s Time to Let the Christmas Tree Go
If you are like us, saying goodbye to the holidays can elicit a few wistful sighs. It seems one minute we are stressed abut how fast the season is approaching, and the next, we are saddened by how quickly it has passed. For those who celebrate Christmas, the smell of fresh pine and the twinkle [...]
Going Green for Child Safety
Editor’s Note: Thank you to Scarlet Paolicchi, founder of Family Focus Blog, for this helpful information and simple tips for reducing our children’s exposure to potentially dangerous chemicals. * * * A lot of parents, upon being handed the most perfect thing they have ever held- their baby, feel the weight of responsibility. Many people who [...]
Some Say Re-Gifting is Tacky, but Could it Also be Dangerous?
It’s been in your closet for almost a year – that blender that your husband’s Aunt Hilda thought you’d love. It is a nice blender, but you already have one that happens to be bright red to match your kitchen décor. You’re now exhausted, tired of shopping and need one last thing for your son’s [...]
Carbon Monoxide and Portable Generators; What You Need to Know
Although Carbon Monoxide (CO) is always a concern in every household, the number of deaths caused by CO increase dramatically during winter storms as consumers turn to portable generators for power. According to FEMA, on average approximately 200 Americans die and more than 10,000 more are treated in emergency rooms each year due to inhalation of [...]
Thinking of Deep-frying the Turkey? This Video May Change Your Mind
We’ve heard that fried turkeys can be quite delicious. Unfortunately, many of the special fryers designed to deep-fry a whole turkey can be quite dangerous. Underwriter Laboratories (UL), long recognized as a preeminent independent product safety certification organization, will not certify turkey fryers at all because of their inherent safety hazards. Watch this video on [...]
Surviving a Serious Crash: One Family’s Miraculous Story
If you have not heard this story yet, it is worth the read. We have summarized it below, but you can read the full story and interview with the mom here. Last March, a Phoenix family, Jeff, Ann, Emma (6), Bridget (4) and Maggie (2) were traveling to a get-together in their minivan. Jeff was [...]
Running Errands Alone at Night: Safety Tips for Women
As the days get shorter, you will likely find yourself accomplishing more tasks in the dark. Whether you are running to the grocery store, picking up a kid from his study group or just taking out the trash, being completely aware of your surroundings is of the utmost importance. Take a moment to remind yourself [...]
Make Any Month Baby Safety Month: Quick Checklist
Huh? Over already? September went by in a flash, but you can make any month Baby Safety Month! Your quick calendar of to-do’s is below. There are a LOT of safety tips out there, many of which you probably already know. Our goal this month was to provide information and tips that you may not [...]
Register Baby’s Gear for Recall Alerts
Baby Safety Month is coming to a close, but we promise to go out with a bang. Today, we’ll be talking about how to protect Baby from product recalls, and tomorrow? Well, we have a big announcement planned for you, so be sure to like us on facebook so you are among the first to [...]
Making Your Own Baby Food Can Reduce Chemical Exposure
It’s Baby Safety Month, and we’re on day six of chemical exposure week. Some of this week’s experts mentioned dangerous chemicals that could be found in your baby’s food. Tania Reuben, founder of PureNaturalDiva.com, taught us that Bisphenol A (BPA) is often present in canned food, and we learned about potential links between artificial colors [...]
Could Dust be Harming Your Baby?
We often blame lint and dead skin cells for the unsightly dust that accumulates around our homes, but did you know that there could also be harmful chemicals trapped in those bunnies? Two of the biggest culprits are flame retardants from upholstery and carpets, and pesticides that ride in on your shoes. We reached out [...]
The Artificial Colors Debate: Are They Dangerous or Not?
It is Baby Safety Month Day 25, and all week we have been talking about chemical exposure. In today’s post, we are taking a look at artificial colors. A debate has been brewing for some time over artificial colors and these days, it seems almost impossible to keep up with the new findings and recommendations. [...]
Toxic Chemicals in Child Car Seats, What You Need to Know
Week four of WeMakeItSafer’s celebration of Baby Safety Month is focused on chemical exposure, and today, September 24th, is National Car Seat Check Day! To honor both, we are talking about dangerous chemicals found in car seats – probably not something you’ve thought much about. Your baby can spend a lot of time in his [...]
Protect Baby: Be Aware of BPA
Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical used in making polycarbonate plastics, a material that packs a lot of benefits; it is light-weight, strong and heat-resistant. Unfortunately, new studies show that BPAs could be harmful to humans, especially young children, babies and unborn fetuses. Until more research can be completed, the Department of Health and Human [...]
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