September is Baby Safety month. For any mother, a baby safety month is not required in order to ensure that they take every measure possible to keep their baby safe. However, the same may not be true of nannies or caretakers. There are countless stories of tragedies involving children and negligent or abusive caretakers. It [...]
Blah, Blah, Blog… Blogging and Teens
September 23, 2010 By 1 Comment
These days, it seems like everyone’s got their own blog. Whether you’re a professional, a celebrity wannabe, or a teenager seeking an identity, blogging is supposed to be the next great way to get noticed. But what if you’re a parent? You certainly didn’t grow up with blogs, and naturally you may have some questions [...]
Booster Seat Safety and the Britax Parkway SG
August 17, 2009 By 2 Comments
Safety is something that all parents take very seriously. Some of the most preventable injuries occur from using child automobile restraints improperly. I was very fortunate recently to speak with Dr. Laura Jana regarding booster and child restraint safety. Dr Jana is passionate about child safety, as she is both a pediatrician and has three [...]
sun protection: everything you need to know
June 23, 2009 By 1 Comment
Fisher-Price Recalls 3-in-1 High Chairs – Fall Hazard
March 25, 2009 By 1 Comment
Fisher-Price Recalls 3-in-1 High Chairs Due to Fall Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of product: 3-in-1 High Chairs Units: About 24,000 Importer: [...]
Maytag Recalls Refrigerators Due to Fire Hazard
March 11, 2009 By Leave a Comment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 10, 2009 Release # 09-145 Firm’s Recall Hotline: (866) 533-9817 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 Maytag Recalls Refrigerators Due to Fire Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following [...]
Recall: Taggies Sleep’n Play Infant Garments
January 13, 2009 By Leave a Comment
NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 12, 2009 Release #09-087 Firm’s Recall Hotline: (888) 594-3730 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 Rashti & Rashti Expands Recall of Infant Garments Due to Choking Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. – [...]
Recall: Jardine Cribs sold at Babies R Us, Toys R Us & KidsWorld
January 6, 2009 By 1 Comment
Jardine Expands Recall of Cribs Sold by Babies”R”Us; Cribs Pose Entrapment and Strangulation Hazards NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 6, 2009 Release #09-084 Firm’s Recall Hotline: (800) 646-4106 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 Jardine [...]
What’s Under Your Sink?
December 6, 2008 By Leave a Comment
I know that in recent years, people, especially mothers, have become more aware of the products they use in their home. Everyone is making an effort to become more “green” and health-conscious whether they are taking baby steps or giant leaps. If you look under your kitchen or bathroom sink, do you know what all those ingredients [...]
Tips On Staying Healthy When Your Little One Is Sick
November 22, 2008 By Leave a Comment
According to a recent study from The University of Arizona, a woman’s chances of getting sick double when she becomes a mother. So how can you stay healthy when your little one(s) are sick? Tip 1: Wash, wash, wash those hands – I know, you’ve heard it a gazillion times before but washing your hands [...]
