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#FamilyVoicesFriday: Remembering Bobby
Posted on January 26, 2018When Bobby was just six months old, he was fatally entrapped and strangled by the rail of his drop-side crib. Today, this post is dedicated to Bobby and the work his family has done to ensure that no other family… Read More
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Abigail, Danny L, Jamie, Liam (Over 12 Million Cribs Recalled since 2007)
Posted on August 27, 2015More infants die every year in cribs than from any other nursery product. There are many reasons why a child can die or be injured by a crib– today we are highlighting the stories of four. Abigail’s crib rails came… Read More
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Don’t learn about recalls from your grandkids: KID’s resource guide for grandparents
Posted on September 4, 2014Grandparents are one of the greatest resources when it comes to keeping their grandchildren safe. They can make invaluable partners to busy parents by taking the time to search the products their grandchildren use for recalls and safety concerns. Below,… Read More
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Babies in Boxes? Finland’s method for combating infant mortality
Posted on July 22, 2014Cribs are possibly the most important investment a parent can make in their child’s safety. Cribs are the only product that a parent is meant to leave their child in alone and unsupervised. In America, there is a huge market… Read More
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Join these moms to help keep kids safe
Posted on October 14, 2013KID’s second annual Project Safe Child Fundraiser & Walkathon will take place this Sunday, October 20, 2013 at Cedar Creek Park in Wantagh, New York. The event is organized by Michele and Susan in honor of their sons, Tyler and Bobby, who both tragically lost… Read More
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KID releases new report on SaferProducts.gov
Posted on August 9, 2013August 14 marks the fifth anniversary of the signing of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) back in 2008. This landmark safety legislation paved the way for improvement in safety standards and lead to the creation of the U.S…. Read More
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In Memory of Danny
Posted on December 27, 2012In 1998, Danny was killed when a recalled portable crib collapsed around his neck at his licensed child care home. KID is Danny’s legacy. Today, KID has the same commitment to the cause we did when Danny first died. We… Read More
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Update on new crib requirements for childcare
Posted on March 21, 2012It’s 2012. By the end of this year, all cribs in child care and other public accommodations must meet the tough new standards adopted by the CPSC in December 2010. The new crib standards are the result of unspeakable tragedies and years of work to keep… Read More
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CPSC about to announce huge crib recall
Posted on November 23, 2009The airwaves are buzzing this morning with talk of a massive recall of cribs — with drop-sides — tomorrow. While the crib makes and models aren’t known yet, it is a good opportunity to remind everyone with a baby in… Read More