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Toy Safety Articles: Learn how to select safe toys, avoid dangerous toys and about NEW toy safety regulations!


TOY SAFETY
Child Toy Safety
Child toy safety tips for parents. Avoiding common toy dangers.-01
Toy Safety - Quick Tips to Protect Your Child
With millions of toys being recalled for having lead paint, dangerous magnets, or hazardous construction, it is a fact that the vast majority of toys are safe. However, there is always a risk of injury.-02
Is Your Baby Safe in Her Crib?
We all want our babies to be happy, healthy and smart. That may be why we buy so many crib toys.-03
The Dangers Of Buttons And Beans
If you go in to any toy store today, the chances are very high that every toy that is stocked complies with all current legal requirements for safety. There are, however, places where toys that do not meet this criteria are sold, and especially if you are purchasing toys from abroad, you need to be careful because laws in different countries will vary, as will standards.-04
Toy Safety
The mother who has just come out of the pregnancy period is quite stressed out and it's difficult for her to focus her attention on many things. A suitable baby toy at this stage can draw the attention of the child and leave the mother to do the various chores of her everyday life.-05
Toy Safety - Electrical Toys
Does your child want an electrical toy this holiday season? Before you buy it, take a few moments to go over these safety rules for toys that have some hidden hazards.-06
Why Wooden Toys Are Better Than Plastic Toys For Children
Wooden toys are rarer these days, but does that mean the newer plastic models are better? I have found there are advantages and disadvantages to both.-07
PARENT'S HELP SECTION
Parents Beware of the Bad Toys!
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.-09
Who is Responsible for Protecting Kids From Unsafe Toys?
Toy recalls are in the news now. But who is really responsible for keeping our kids safe from toys that might harm them?-10
Pedal Toys and Safety - 7 Things Every Parent Must Do to Keep Your Child Safe
Every summer the news is full of stories about accidental deaths and injuries to children from outdoor activities. Most of us listening think to ourselves "that must have been a bad parent", or "that never would have happened if I was that child's parent"11
Playing Safe
Do you really want your child to enjoy playing with a toy that was made on the other side of the world by people who are no more than children themselves, and paid 30 cents an hour - a paltry sum that can barely sustain them? Unfortunately, all too often, that's exactly what you're doing.-12
Protect Your Child Against This Hidden Toy Safety Hazard
You may think that your child is safe because you've checked their toys. Unfortunately, you probably haven't even considered this little-known but dangerous situation most children are in every day.-13
Child Safety in the Home- Crucial for Your Family Child Care Business!
Child safety in the home is the number one concern for all daycare providers and parents as well. It should be your number one priority in order for you to provide the best child care.

Safety Lessons on Educational Toys
If you find it hard to believe that toddler toys can turn into monsters out to harm your child, think again. Out in in the stalls in some toy stores are frightening monsters posing as harmless toys.  In fact, your child's health and well-being are at stake when he gets near these dangerous toys.-14
Shrink Labels Ensuring Holiday Toy Safety
The holiday season is upon us and that means new toys under the tree. The joyous Christmas wonder in a child's eye as he or she unwraps a coveted gift, can soon turn harmful-even deadly-if toy safety concerns aren't taken into consideration.-15
The Balance Between Keeping Children Happy Yet Safe
Child Safety Week organized by the Child Accident Prevention Trust, was a great success in getting the "a safe child is a happy child" message out there.-16
The Toy Recall That Was Almost Too Late For My Daughter
Having safe toys to play with is very important for child development. With every toy recall our children's right to a safe and nurturing childhood is threatened. Here are some steps you can take to protect your child.-17
Toys That Have Been Recalled
Toys are the delight of young children. As a parent, it is important to make sure that they toys that your children are playing with are safe.-18

BUYIING TIPS
VIDEO: Children's Hospital's Claire McCarthy on buying toys
A four minute overview of the important points to consider when buying toys for children.
Toy Safety For Young Children
It is important to buy appropriate toys for your child. There are safety tips that can help you make your decision when purchasing toys.-19
When Purchasing New Toys Consider Safety As A Primary Factor
Children love to unwrap their presents it is an exiting moment to receive this new toy and at that time beware of an important factor.  Never let a child unwrap a package unsupervised!-20
7 Tips for Buying Toys Online
This article advices seven tips for buying toys online.-21
How Do You Choose Your Baby Toys?
If you're a bit nervous about picking out the best & safest baby toys for your new baby, then here are a few great tips that will help you make the right decision.-22
How to Buy Safe Toys For Toddlers - A Checklist For Parents
Safety is everything when it comes to our kids. How can we be sure the products we buy are safe?-23
How to Choose a Safe Toy
This article talks about how to minimize hazard when buying toys. It also explains hazards to packages can cause for small children.-24
Safety Christmas Toys Tips
As the Christmas approaches, many of us are getting gifts for our loved ones. If you have a child on your gift list, you need to make sure the toys you buy are safe and correct for the child's age.-25
The Basics of Buying Safe Toys
There are basic safety rules for everything. This article talks about toy safety when purchasing toys, especially for smaller children.-26
Tips For Choosing A Suitable Baby Toy
It's not easy to find a suitable baby toy as you have to take so many factors into consideration and there are so many toys in the market.  The important factors that you need to consider are given below.-27
Toys and Their Safety Standards
When I choose a toy to give to my godchildren or niece or nephews, the first thing I look into is the age recommendation. I actually only consider two factors when buying toys for kids - age appropriateness and my budget.-28



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