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Amazon Removes Dangerous Play Yard Mattresses From Sale
Posted on December 15, 2023In a victory for child safety and families nationwide, over the last eight months, Amazon has removed over 150 illegal sellers of play yard mattresses from sale. The mattresses were thicker than the 1.5 inches allowed under the standard. In… Read More
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Safe Sleep Month: What is a Safe Sleep Environment?
Posted on October 13, 2017October is Safe Sleep Month – a time of year when parents, caregivers and safety advocates come together to focus on one of the key safety issues affecting infants. We’ve found that a common source of confusion for parents and… 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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#FamilyVoicesFriday: Jared’s Story
Posted on April 27, 2017On April 25, 1997, Jared was killed when the Evenflo Happy Camper portable crib he was in collapsed. Just 8 months old, Jared was a happy and spirited baby who wowed everyone he met with his beautiful blue eyes. The… Read More
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KID Guidelines for a Safe Spring
Posted on April 13, 2017Spring Cleaning Spring cleaning is a great way to start fresh in the new season. As a part of your 2017 spring cleaning, KID recommends the following: Get rid of clutter in cribs. Excess bedding such as bumper pads, sleep… Read More
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#FamilyVoicesFriday: Riley’s Story
Posted on January 13, 2017Raedyn and Erik were extremely protective over their 3-year-old son, Chase, and baby daughter, Riley. They taught Chase not to leave small toys where Riley could get to them, kept their kids away from foods that could be choking hazards,… Read More
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#FamilyVoicesFriday: Remembering Ellie
Posted on November 4, 2016In December of 2002, 13 month-old Ellie lost her life when the changing table attachment on her play yard fell on her. This post is dedicated to Ellie, who would have been 15 years old today. KID wants to honor… Read More
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Honoring Danny’s memory
Posted on December 30, 2015On December 31, Danny Keysar would have turned 19. However, a collapsing portable crib tragically took his life before he even reached two. In the years since his death, KID, founded by Danny’s parents, has worked to further his legacy… Read More
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#FamilyVoicesFriday: Ethan’s story
Posted on October 15, 2015A baby is constantly learning new things by exploring their environment. For many babies, this means grasping furniture to pull up to a better view. Ethan was one of these babies. He loved exploring and integrating himself into the world… Read More
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The 5 products you’ll buy for baby and safety tips for each
Posted on March 18, 2015What you’ll buy for baby: Being a parent or caregiver isn’t just a lot of work; it’s also a large investment. As you’re preparing your home for a new baby, you’ll need a crib, play yard, stroller, high chair, and… Read More