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Posted by: Laura Dattner, MA on Nov 24, 2025

The American Academy of Pediatrics affirms that the safest home for a child or teen is one without firearms. In the cases where there is a gun in your home, here are simple steps to help reduce the risk of injuries.

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The ABCs of Safe Sleep
There are so many things for parents to research and learn before welcoming a new baby into the family. One of the most important things is safe sleep. Babies sleep a lot and there are a few steps to follow to make their sleep space a safe place.
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Fewer Ouchies and More Fun – 5 Tips for Playground Safety
More than 213,000 kids younger than 18 years are treated in US hospital emergency departments for playground-related injuries every year. Here are a few tips to help make the playground adventure safer.

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700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.

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Secondhand Products and Recalls: 3 Safety Tips

Jan 20, 2023

There is a new recall for a nursery product about every two weeks in the U.S., and up to 80% of recalled children’s products remain in homes following a recall. Chances are if you have kids in your home, you also have a recalled product in your home. Read More

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Organizing Your Home Safely

Dec 27, 2022

While I understand how satisfying this may be, or how tempting it may be to stage a room for the perfect Instagram or TikTok moment, some things really need to stay in their original containers, specifically medications and cleaning products. Read More

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Home Safety Series: The Living Room

Dec 13, 2022

The living room or playroom is an important and fun part of the house! It’s where we read books, watch the animals in the backyard, play with toys, and explore our surroundings. Learn tips for keeping this area safe. Read More

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Choking Prevention: What You Need to Know

Nov 07, 2022

Choking is a year-round hazard among children and a leading cause of injury and death, especially among children 3 years of age and younger. Learn how to prevent this injury. Read More

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Halloween Safety Tips for Older Kids and Teens

Oct 27, 2022

You’ve seen safety tips for the young trick-or-treating wizards and monsters in your life, but don’t forget about the older kids when it comes to Halloween safety. Read on to learn what you can do to help keep kids of all ages a little safer on Halloween night. Read More

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#ClearTheCrib: Supporting Safe Sleep Practices

Oct 26, 2022

October is Safe Sleep Awareness Month – a time to remind each other about safe sleep practices. Read More

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Home Safety Series: Bathroom

Oct 20, 2022

From an infant tub to a full bathtub, injuries in the bathroom include falls on slippery surfaces, hot water scalds, and drowning. Keep kids safe with these bathroom safety tips. Read More

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New Parent Confessions: You Are Your Child's Best Advocate

Oct 13, 2022

Sometimes medical diagnoses and treatment plans can be complicated and it’s so important to ask questions to understand the situation fully and make the best-informed decisions possible. Read More