Childproofing & Safety

Safety issues can easily take a backseat amid the rush to stock up on fresh school supplies and fall’s hottest elementary-school fashions. But you might be surprised to know that school-related accidents account for about 2.2 million injuries each year in children under the age of 14. Happily, many of these are easily preventable. Here’s a look...
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As little ones grow out of toddlerhood it’s natural for parents to breathe easier when it comes to childproofing. Baby gates come down and cabinet locks (thankfully) can come off. But don’t get too comfortable!
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If you enjoy the ambiance and great scents that candles add to a home, you're not alone. In fact, I'm enjoying a fragrant soy candle right now. Candle sales are up and they're more popular than ever in home decorating, but there are a few things to remember before you light up.... especially if...
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Safety concerns can easily take a backseat amid the rush to stock up on fresh school supplies and fall’s hottest elementary-school fashions. But most parents are surprised to know that school-related accidents account for about 2.2 million injuries each year in children under the age of 14. Happily, many of these are easily preventable....
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Any parent with young children knows that visits away from their childproofed, kid-friendly home can be stressful – sometimes downright unnerving. You can avoid much of this stress – and many potential dangers – by doing a little preplanning with your host and taking along a few portable safety items for on-the-spot childproofing.
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I love hosting Thanksgiving, I think even more than hosting Christmas, and I have managed to sidestep house prep woes this year - but that has not always been the case! Here's how I've managed to host Thanksgivings for more than 15 people on a working mom's schedule and in a house that...
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Fall winds and rustling leaves forecast cozy family evenings around a crackling fire. While a toasty hearth is welcoming in any home, it can pose a few dangers to tots and other family members. Here are some simple precautions to ensure that your fireplace, chimney, hearth or wood stove is as safe as it...
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Spooky decorations, creepy costumes and candy-filled visions spur kids – and often the entire family – into a fun-filled frenzy on Halloween. But don't let hidden dangers spoil the evening for your ghouls and booys! Here are ten simple Halloween safety and planning tips to help keep fright night from becoming a real scare....
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From diapers to formula, not to mention all the other "stuff," parents can quickly find themselves spending a good amount of money on little ones' needs. With a plan in-hand when you go shopping, you'll avoid overspending on unnecessary items. Plus, you'll have the right items and quantities on-hand when you begin to install,...
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Shop Smart! Print the Child Safety Products Checklist and Worksheet at KidSmartLiving.com Visited a baby superstore lately? You’ll agree there are ALOT of childproofing products to choose from – and many of them seem to do the same thing, just a bit differently than their counterparts. So what’s a new parent or parent-to-be to do?
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