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Car Seat Safety Recommendations for New Parents
Posted on September 1, 2017Car seat safety is of top concern for many parents—and for good reason: automobile accidents are unpredictable and far too common, and even the most cautious drivers are at risk. Many deaths and injuries result when children are not restrained… Read More
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Safety Tips for the New School Year
Posted on August 23, 2017We are coming upon the end of summer, which signals to every parent, caregiver, or teacher that it’s time to head back to school. As your children get ready to see their friends, teachers, and school staff again (or for… Read More
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Buy and Sell Safely on National Thrift Shop Day
Posted on August 17, 2017Today KID celebrates National Thrift Shop Day. Thrift shops are important community resources in that they offer discounted items, more sustainable shopping options, and encourage donation over disposal. However, not all used items are safe to use, especially for children…. Read More
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Emerging Hazards: Fidget Spinner Safety Tips
Posted on August 15, 2017New fidget spinner business guidelines and safety tips were recently released by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). For parents and caregivers, it is important to know that the CPSC categorizes most fidget spinners as “general use” products, not… Read More
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Summer 2017: KID Interns Share Their Experiences
Posted on August 11, 2017One of the most rewarding parts of the day-to-day at KID is sharing our space with a wonderful group of interns and volunteers. At a small organization such as KID, we rely on these dedicated volunteers and interns to help fulfill… Read More
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KID Reviews the Data: Tips for Home Treadmill Use
Posted on August 3, 2017Treadmills can be a great addition to the home for busy families trying to get in some exercise. As with most large machines, caution must be taken while using them – especially if you have young children in the house…. Read More
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Two Days at CPSC Talking about Recall Effectiveness and Agency Priorities
Posted on July 31, 2017KID’s Executive Director, Nancy Cowles, spent Tuesday and Wednesday of last week with other product safety stakeholders at the US Consumer Product Safety Commission in Bethesda, Maryland. On Tuesday, July 25, Acting Chairman Ann Marie Buerkle[1] hosted a Recall Effectiveness Workshop. KID,… Read More
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Pool and Water Safety Tips for Summer
Posted on July 27, 2017The hottest days of summer have arrived, and that means it’s time to cool off in the water. Whether you’re at the lake, a water park, or just your backyard pool, safety must come first, especially for young children. Some… Read More
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#FamilyVoicesFriday: Jamie’s Story
Posted on July 21, 2017This week, we are honoring the memory of Jamie, who was killed in July 1998 when he became trapped between his crib mattress and the mattress support. The mattress, which was purchased with his crib from Cosco, was not a… Read More
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KID Safe Sleep Checklist Helps Caregivers Evaluate Infant Sleep Products
Posted on July 14, 2017Safe sleep messaging can be overwhelming for new parents, especially considering the number and variety of products available on store shelves. However, Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID) remains the leading cause of preventable death among infants 0-1. In fact, incidence… Read More