Delta cribs just announced a huge recall affecting nearly 1.6 million drop-side cribs — one of the biggest crib recalls in U.S. history. Was your crib included? Read this to look for model numbers and find out what to do if your crib’s been recalled. Here are some other recalls of interest:
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As a parent, I’m sometimes frustrated with our kids’ school’s check-in process. Next to your child’s name you sign in, note the time you dropped them off, and add a note if someone else is going to pick up the child. While our school is small, and the teachers do a great job of keeping an eye on who’s picking up your child (they’ll call us if they think there’s a problem), I can’t help but wonder about other institutions. There may be more kids. The caregivers/teachers might be less attentive to who’s picking up the kids. And if a child goes missing, it may take an hour or more before anyone is notified.
So, a couple of weeks ago, a friend of mine introduced me to a great child-security system for schools, day care centers and anywhere else a parent might leave their child. It’s called KidCheck. At a glance, it’s an affordable check-in system that gives parents and child care professionals peace of mind. For the affordable cost, I’m amazed at the features, which include:
If you’re a parent, a child-care facility director, or teacher, attend a free online KidCheck demo to learn more. Implementing KidCheck is likely the easiest, and most secure decision you’ll have to make about your child’s safety and well-being.
Safe Kids Week 2008 runs from April 28 to May 3. This year’s theme is “Gear Up for Safety.” During the week, the Safe Kids Treasure Valley Coalition is partnering with the Ada Community Library to present displays on child safety and scheduled readings for kids of all ages.
Mon., April 28, 5 a.m.-9 a.m.
We’ll kick off Safe Kids Week at the Ada Community Library with KTVB’s Larry “Where’s Larry” Gebert. Coalition members will be on hand to answer questions about gearing up for safety for activities such as cycling and swimming.
Sat., May 3, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
The Ada Community Library will host several scheduled readings for kids of all ages. Coalition members will be on hand to answer questions about gearing up for safety, including water sports, wheeled activities, fire safety and more. Download the Gear Up For Safety Flier for more information.
More Information
Ada Community Library
10664 W. Victory Rd.
Boise, ID 83709
Tel.: (208) 362-0181
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Visit Ada Community Library, or SafeKids.org for more information.
I often get questions about car seat safety, so I thought I’d share this story with you. In short, Debbie Dubrow, of DeliciousBaby.com, was traveling and rented a baby car seat with her car rental. What she discovered was a very poor selection of baby seats in grim, disgusting, old and useless condition. And the staff was poorly informed – several car seats had been in various car seat recalls over the last few years. Read her story and learn some good car seat tips along the way.
Join Safety For Toddlers and Babies “R” Us for a toddler safety seminar. We’ll conduct a room-by-room presentation on making your home safe for baby.
The toddler safety seminar is scheduled for Tues., May 20, between 7 and 8 p.m., at Babies “R” Us in Meridian, ID.
Babies “R” Us
1200 N. Eagle Road
Meridian, ID 83642
Tel: (208) 884-0488
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It’s not a travel site, exactly. But for the new parent seeking tips on traveling locally and abroad, check out DeliciousBaby.com. I enjoy their tips on whether to check the baby seat or carry it with you through the gate; airlines that are child-friendly; good travel games for kids; setting expectations when traveling with baby; and lots more.
Check it out. And let us know if you come across other good travel resources for parents.
Join Safety For Toddlers and Babies “R” Us for an afternoon of ideas and advice on how to create the nursery of your dreams. You’ll get ideas on colors, furniture and safety products for your child’s nursery.
The Dream Nursery Design Workshop is scheduled for Sat., March 15, between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., at Babies “R” Us in Meridian, ID.
Babies “R” Us
1200 N. Eagle Road
Meridian, ID 83642
Tel: (208) 884-0488
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When installed properly, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that child restraint systems reduce fatal injuries by 71 percent for infants and 54 percent for toddlers in passenger cars and by nearly 60 percent for infants and toddlers in sport utility vehicles, pickup trucks and vans.
Unlike most states, Idaho has two exceptions in its vehicle code regarding child safety seats. A child is allowed to be unrestrained while the vehicle is in operation:
House Bill No. 462 is being reviewed by the House Transportation & Defense Committee, which proposes to remove these exceptions. The bill protects our children and sets strict guidelines requiring the use of child safety seats. But, opposition remains.
Pick up the Phone and Save a Child’s Life
Please contact members of the House Transportation & Defense Committee to voice your support for House Bill No. 462.
Critical to any parent’s efforts to safeguard their children is the car seat, including seat installation, use and maintenance. Unfortunately, proper seat installation falls to the bottom of our new baby to do list.
According to Safe Kids Worldwide, an international nonprofit organization formed to prevent unintentional childhood injuries, more than 80 percent of safety seats are not installed correctly.
Safety For Toddlers joins Safe Kids for their free safety seat check event at Babies R Us in Meridian. We’ll be on hand to provide free safety seat checks and vehicle safety tips. Also be sure to check out the cool new Safe Kids van (the only one in Idaho).
The event is scheduled for Sat., April 12, 2008 between 10 a.m. and Noon.
Address
Babies R Us
1200 N. Eagle Rd.
Meridian, ID
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