Child Safety
Children are precious and their safety should be a priority for all adults, not just parents and relatives. In the Child Safety category, questions should be about the welfare and safety of children, including how to keep them out of harm's way. Everything from keeping them safe at home, on the playground, and on the Internet to what to do if they are experiencing abuse at home or bullying at school to the safety of their car seats and toys and more can be asked here.
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wrote the first answer to What is the legal age a child can stop using a car seat in Maryland 26 May 2012 22:06
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added Can a child 13yrs old with epilepsy be left home alone over night to watch younger siblings in Oregon to Child Safety 26 May 2012 19:19
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changed the question What is the age requirement to ride in the passengers seat to 12 or 120 cms is the age to ride in the passengers seat 26 May 2012 16:21
Check out the Daycare center any or all of the ways mentioned below. Pay them a visit any time of the day and see if the activity...
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Here are some use and installation tips from the U.S. Department of Transportation: Select a seating position with a lap...
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If you think a baby shower will be held, you should definitely hold off on buying some things, including some larger items, in...
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A very short answer would be to never,ever, ever leave your small child alone near a pool not even for a minute...a locked door...
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It can't hurt, but whether it will stand up in court or not is anybody's guess. It depends on the law in your state. In many...
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A few important things to know about child safety on Halloween are: - # Don't let them eat any candy or food that isn't already...
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Bicycle crashes can result in serious injury. In 1997, more than half a million persons were injured badly enough to need...
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Safe Slide SpeedI would say go with a slide that is the proper size for your child to be able to control the speed of the slide....
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You should contact Child Protective Services. 1-800-4-A-CHILDĀ® (1-800-422-4453) They will probably send a social worker who...
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Leave you child alone! Stop over-parenting unless you want your child to be a freakish nerd with o friends! What you do know will...
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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the National Electrical Safety Foundation (NESF) are urging consumers to...
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A child is big enough to sit in the vehicle lap and shoulder belt when they can sit with their back against the vehicle seat back...
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Some of the most serious health problems for your children may start in your home. This booklet explains some of these health...
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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns consumers about hidden water hazards for small children in and around...
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It is when a child is abused due to the abusers social environment for example family structure such as job loss putting strain...
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You have to be 11
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Children must be at least eight years old or be at least four feet, nine inches tall in order to just use a seat belt when riding...
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It could be, unless the parents are notified and permission is given for the minor to reside at the person's home. If there is a...
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Their daughter?
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"Get down on the floor at baby level and look around for stuff that could be hazardous.""If you have stair railing along an...
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What you might want to do is check with your local schools administration office. Your local representatives, such as the...
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When it comes to taking medicines, kids aren't just small adults. When using non-prescription medicines, here are 10 ways to be...
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There are a few seats on the market that will probably fit your child. You might try the Jupiter Komfort Kruiser as it has a base...
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There isn't a big danger if it isn't in use. The only danger would be if they fell and hit themselves on it. You'll just have to...
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Hi, I hope I can help you. If a child is being sexually abused, obviously, the poor child will not speak up. If you are close to...
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Child abuse comes in many forms, including sexual, physical, emotional, mental, and neglect. Anytime a child is subjected to...
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The actual crib is not on recall but a part on the crib is being replaced for free from Delta. Check this link:...
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No above ground pool cover is safe for little ones as adults can be in a rush and forget to "buckle down the hatches." Usually...
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1.)Love/caring2.)communication3.)understanding4.)trust
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I'm not familiar with the kind of high chair you've described, so I would have to tell you just to use some common sense. I don't...
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Yes, there is a small percentage of children that can come from good homes or abusive homes that have horrific behavior such as...
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AnswerIf you mean behind the second row, yes, it's illegal. And it's extremly unsafe even if it is legal. There may be a few...
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If the vehicle has two rows, the middle of the back seat. If the vehicle has 3 rows, the middle of the second seat. And that...
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Please see the link below for the California DMV Website
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My first guess would be that it is normal for your child. But I personally would have it checked by a doctor or dentist anyway. ...
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Not necessarily. Some stores now have "Display only-Not for sale" seats. These are clearly marked as such with a non-removable...
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AnswerThis is regulated individually by each state, so you should check with the driving manual or on the dmv website of the...
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80 lbs.
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A tonsillectomy is a very simple procedure. Although I understand your anxiety, it is perfectly safe. What concerns me is that...
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According to the workers, tube slides are definatly safer than open slides. With open slides, there is a higher chance of people...
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Beating is physical abuse. Cursing and berating the child is verbal and emotional abuse. These are abusive behaviors par...
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You can go to most baby stores or a baby store online and buy "bumpers" for the outside of the stove or gates to go around the...
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Keep them off of high things unless they are totally superivsed. I have a general rule, that if they aren't big enough to...
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The same as an adult. They could over heat. But a child won't notice the signs as easily. And possibly lowering the sperm...
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My understanding is that a child must be at least 13 years old to stay home alone in the state of Florida. I was searching for...
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Yes, your parents have to agree that you can live there so the other adult can be your legal guardian. Or you have to go to a...
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A hook lock out of the child/rens reach would be sufficient
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All booster seats can be used with a shoulder belt as far as I know. The best are the kind with a back on them. Just follow the...
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It depends on the laws in your state. Each state varies on the laws for carseat and booster laws. Really, yes. It's because...
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I am Canadian and it's 12 years old here. That depends though on how responsible your child is. If you are in the States it's...
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You re-examine your competency as a parent. Re-think you spanking policy and get your child under...
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if they are very little no but don't use those Crystal elements those definitely look like candy i mean I'm 15 and i thought they...
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AnswerI can't find anywhere on the net that says either way. I did find something that said use a newer booster and described the...
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Depends on the severity of the accident. But for most pool accidents, you should call 911 and they will help you with any...
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Probably not a problem, it is a plan after all, but if you are concerned, call the poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
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Baby Trend claims that almost any car seat will fit into their sit n stand strollers.
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If you have a gun at home, hide it high up so that the child can't see/find/reach it. Make sure it isn't loaded, but keep the...
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at the age of 12
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Get in touch with your local fire department and see if they have a juvenile firesetter program or if they can refer you to one....
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The Bambino Reale cribs have not been recalled.
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Yes there is a seat that will offer a 5pt harness to 80lbs. It is called the Britax Husky. You can find it on Britax's website at...
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they shouldn't because it limits the time they have to them selves
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This model is listed at http://www.cribrecallcenter.comYou can order a fix it pn free of charge
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No more than 2 to 2-1/2 feet tall
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There are removable fences available, there were even banner ads on your question page for fences, so they should be pretty easy...
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AnswerThe Nania Airway has several issues. One of the biggest being that the crotch strap is very long (and according to...
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The safest way (and only appropriate way) to seat a 4 year old is in a booster seat. A child should be 6 years old and weigh 60...
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AnswerIve been in the same situation myself . My ex moved into a girlfriends house 2 months after we split and married her a year...
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Parents in the 1500's thought that it was alright to put them in dirty living conditions because they didn't know about germs. I...
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I believe that its 12 years of age and/or 42 inches tall.
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Here are some child toy safety tips: Before shopping for toys, consider the child's age, interests and abilities. Be selective...
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If your crib was manufactured between 2000 and 2004 it is under the recall. You can research the information with this recall at...
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I believe that steroid testing should be mandatory for high school sports because if the students belive that you can do steroids...
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(in the US) Babies should not be riding in the front seat of vehicles under ANY circumstances.
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The Pottery Barn crib bedding is safe for children, however, nothing can be safe around children without parental supervision....
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E.D.I.T.H. Exit Drills In The Home Have two ways out -know your exits Crawl low in smoke Feel the door don't open...
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AnswerIt depends what type of knobs you have in your bath tub. Go to a hardware store and they can give you some solutions to the...
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Only two states have legislated a specific age to leave a child home alone, Illinois and Maryland. Generally speaking, the child...
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Suicidal Thoughts in a School Child Please seek help immediately. If you do not feel comfortable talking to your parents or...
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well here in North Carolina its 12 years old
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uuum i think dragging a child is wright because if a child is been norty running aobut then yes he shud be removed or if he...
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5 mile per hour
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With the exception of school buses it's about 12 years old, but that is up to the parents. Modern times have caused parents to...
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AnswerAs a wife or live in partner you should have some input over the things that happen in your home. You and your spouse need...
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depends on the age of the child but if they are just ssleeping together at night or for a nap i don't think there is anything...
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A little Tidbit.... Listen and read all these answers...they are all right. And most of all don't be ashamed of what happened to...
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AnswerHi I'm a mother of 4, ages 11,9,2 and 1/2 , and a 12 month old. I have always waited until they were 2 or 3 months, but we...
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AnswerIf its your own child-whenever you want to. You go to child's aid and hand them over for a volentary placement. ANd if you...
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For the money, the Subaru Outback is your best bet. Most dealerships can install additional child seat anchors to your...
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Definitely. Parents and other adults aren't being over-protective when they tell you not to play with matches, fire, fireworks,...
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Why do children go to school? This is a great question my wife and I were just talking about it. I am writing this before I...
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make sure you can trust everyone around you and if you are not feeling comfortable around someone speak to and person you trust...
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If your baby is only a few months old do the changing of the diapers and let the sleep on the floor if you have to. Leaving your...
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Let me answer that with a question. Who would you trust with your most valuable posession? Or better yet, who would you trust...
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AnswerUsually a month is good. Still, it's best to get a babysitter (trade off with a girlfriend so no money is exchanged or...
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The 1965 came with lap belts only.
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He's only 18 months, you should have him in a crib. You should also start thinking about removing these climbable objects. Or you...
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