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KID’s new report shows need for more work to get recalls out of homes.
Posted on February 18, 2014Update: Check out the updated USA Today article , NBC 5 Chicago video coverage of the report, pictures from the event. 4 more children’s products have been recalled for safety hazards since KID’s recall report last week. “Like” KID on… Read More
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Join us for a fun-filled weekend focused on your child’s health and wellness – advance tickets only $8
Posted on February 11, 2014With just 3 weeks until the Healthy Children Conference + Expo, KID is getting excited for the dynamic line-up of speakers, presentations and family entertainment. We encourage you to mark your calendars, buy advance tickets, and join us for this… Read More
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This week at KID- on the road, in the office, and out in the community.
Posted on February 6, 2014Ever wonder what goes on duirng a typicaly week at KID? Read on for your chance to find out On the road KID ED Nancy Cowles traveled to Bethesda, MD this week to facilitate a strategic planning session for the… Read More
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Update on CPSC actions
Posted on January 30, 2014The US Consumer Product Safety Commission or CPSC is at the helm of children’s product safety. Here’s a quick update of recent and upcoming activity. Update: CPSC adopts new mandatory infant bedside sleeper standard. KID’s view: In keeping with the… Read More
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Hidden hazards in our homes
Posted on January 20, 2014It’s a parent’s nightmare: a toy or product they bought for their child ends up causing injury or even death. This tragedy was realized for the Munroe family this past Sunday when their 8 year old daughter and 7 year… Read More
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Stay Warm and Stay Safe
Posted on January 14, 2014With the snowy streets and recent record-breaking low temperatures, it’s tempting to curl up inside and wait out the next few months. We here at KID encourage you to cuddle up with your kids, but while you and your family… Read More
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Education, entertainment and more . . . for $10!
Posted on January 9, 2014KID is proud to partner with the Healthy Children Conference + Expo! Produced by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), this one-of-a-kind event combines an in-depth education conference AND an interactive expo floor to get you up close and personal… Read More
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Happy New Year: KID’s 2014 Safety Resolutions
Posted on January 2, 2014From all of us at KID, we wish you all a bright new year. We look forward to a year of building a stronger children’s product safety system. Here are our safety resolutions for 2014: KID will dedicate ourselves to… Read More
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Give now and Danny’s parents will double the impact of your gift
Posted on December 26, 2013Danny, whose parents founded KID, would be 17 this December 31. This milestone has us looking back at what we have accomplished, but also forward to what remains to be done to honor Danny’s legacy. If you haven’t already, read… Read More
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The CPSC Releases its Annual Report on Nursery Product Injuries and Deaths
Posted on December 19, 2013Today the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) released their annual report on 2012 injuries and deaths associated with nursery products. There was a lot of numbers and some good information given in the report. We recommend you take a look,… Read More