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Toy
Safety Article: The information you need to make safe toy choices and
valuable tips on what you as parents and caregivers
can do to protect
your children from unsafe toys!
Parents Beware of the Bad Toys!
By Andrew Van Vooren
Holiday Toy Safety Reminders for Parents
With millions of toys made in China pulled from the shelves over
safety fears in recent months, deciding what to buy your children for
the holidays has become an increasingly difficult decision. The
holidays are dangerous enough without having to worry about giving
children gifts that could potentially harm them.
Although lists of the recalled toys are available in many stores and
online, lots of parents are still confused as to which toys are
affected and are worried that the unprecedented number of recalled
items may still be available. So, many concerned parents are turning
more and more to non-chewable items such as electronics and sporting
gifts. Anyhow, before you get overwhelmed with recalled products and
choking hazards, here are some tips to make sure this seasons toys keep
kids happy, safe and healthy:
Set aside the toys! What delights a first-grader may endanger
a toddler. If you have older children, you should have them properly
store their toys away from younger kids. Would you leave a beer out for
a 2-year-old to get into? So, why leave out a toy they could
potentially eat? If giving gifts to kids, clearly specify which present
is for which child.
Trash the packing stuff! Boxes, bags or plastic ties can pose
choking and cutting hazards, so stuff them in the trash as soon as
possible. Try to inspect the packaging to make sure it doesn't appear
to have been opened or that you left important pieces.
Directions, Read Them! Make extra time to read the
instructions and properly assemble a gift could spare you a trip to the
emergency room. Try to construct the toy ahead of time so you don't
worry about any unsafe packaging, or an eager child!
Just ask! If there is one thing parents have, it's opinions.
Ask any mother in the toy department of the store and she will most
likely give you an earful about child safety and probably recommend a
popular, age-appropriate gift. Or, have a store associate guide you to
the right present for the kid on your list.
Safety! Safety! Safety!
• Safety First - ensure that your child is trained to use toys and
sports gear properly. • Avoid electrocution and other injuries by not
letting children recharge their own toys or batteries. • Use the
recommended age because it is not about how smart your child is, for
it's about safety issues. • Cautiously inspect toys and avoid small
magnets or other detachable parts that could be choking hazards. •
Supervise your children and stay involved while they play.
Educate yourself on toy recalls and safety guidelines, for with all
that could go wrong during the holiday season, a little awareness can
go a long way. And save you a trip to the hospital. Empower yourself to
make a safe toy/gift choice. Happy and Safe Holiday Season to All!
Andrew Van Vooren, a father and huge fan of basketball and most
water sports. He also believes that gas, colic and reflux do not stand
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