http://www.atlanticstarsafety.com/safety/child-safety/ Child safety issues often dealt with by parents. What to do when these child safety issues arise. en-us Thu, 04 May 2006 07:59:32 EDT Thu, 04 May 2006 07:59:32 EDT Weblog Editor 2.0 Child safety is not just a big issue, but an issue that should be taken seriously. Children are the most vulnerable when it comes to keeping safe. So, because they depend on us we need to be twice as prepared for any situation that arises. We need to think more about their safety than of ours because they are so dependent. When it comes to child safety take it upon yourself to protect your little ones. Here are some child safety tips for you. Basic Child Safety Issues Burns: Do not smoke or carry hot objects or beverages or smoke while carrying your baby. Make sure your home is equipped with smoke detectors, and check the battery often. Turn your hot water down to prevent accidental scalding while showering or taking a bath. Use flame-retardant pajamas for your baby. Protect your baby from direct sunlight. When cooking, turn pot handles in towards the stove. Poisoning: Always have the Poison Control Center number within reach. Move household chemicals out of reach of children. When giving children medicine, never tell them it's candy, and always use childproof caps on medicine bottles. Believe it or not, plants can be poisonous, Keep out of reach of children. Secondhand Smoke: Secondhand smoke comes from the end of a cigarette and breathed out by the smoker. It can make a healthy infant sick -- as well as a healthy adult. Do not smoke inside, only outside. Do not smoke in the car. Do not smoke around a baby or child...period. When it comes to child safety, you want to be as cautious as possible keep your child as safe as possible. Child safety is a necessity because children can't fend for themselves. Keep your child safe and give your self peace of mind by following these safety tips. Thu, 04 May 2006 07:59:32 EDT http://www.atlanticstarsafety.com/safety/child-safety/baby-safety/ Baby safety -- When it comes to baby safety you have to be extra careful about the things you do around your baby. en-us Mon, 26 Sep 2005 16:37:12 EDT Mon, 26 Sep 2005 16:37:12 EDT Weblog Editor 2.0 http://www.atlanticstarsafety.com/safety/child-safety/teen-safety/ Teen safety -- The bridge to being able to trust your teen, and making them responsible individuals. Teen safety is an essential part of growing up. en-us Mon, 26 Sep 2005 15:38:39 EDT Mon, 26 Sep 2005 15:38:39 EDT Weblog Editor 2.0 http://www.atlanticstarsafety.com/safety/child-safety/infant-safety/ Infant safety -- Dos and Don'ts. What to do -- or not do -- when it comes to protecting your infant and utilizing infant safety. en-us Mon, 26 Sep 2005 14:51:08 EDT Mon, 26 Sep 2005 14:51:08 EDT Weblog Editor 2.0