The killer in your baby's crib
They're in your couch. Your pillow. Your mattress and the one in your baby's crib. You bought it thinking, "Oh good, this is flame resistant. It will keep us safe." The reality will change the way you...
View ArticleThe danger of button batteries
Do you have a remote for your car? Remote controls in your home? Hearing aids? Watches? Your child is in very real danger if you do not guard these items safely, since many contain button batteries. If...
View ArticleWhen should I stop being naked in front of my kids?
Thanks to the work of Freud, we're all aware that early childhood experiences can affect us for a lifetime. Even though Freud was way off base on several levels, fear still persists for the new parent,...
View ArticleUnderstand Consumer Reports' new infant seat safety rankings
A new <em>Consumer Reports</em> ranking tested 34 infant car seats, awarding only 13 of the infant seats a "best" ranking. The report, which tested seats with more rigorous criteria than...
View ArticleThis stranger who collects child porn took pictures of a kid in public
What would you do if you found out a stranger was taking photos of your children? Did you even know that people can and do such things?
View ArticleHome testing to protect your family
We want our homes to be as safe and healthy as possible for our children. Protect your family from dangerous environmental toxins by scheduling these important home tests today.
View ArticleYour smoke detector could burn down your house
Smoke detectors save lives, but one element in them could actually burn your house down. Read on to find out how to avoid a scary mistake regarding your home's smoke alarms.
View ArticleHow to keep your puppy safe around your kids
Common sense can go a long way when keeping kids safe from dogs, but do you know how to keep your puppy safe around your kids? Immaturity and excitement on both ends of the relationship can spell...
View ArticleSchool shootings mean big business for survival gear
School shootings involving active shooters are becoming more and more prevalent, and with the increase in incidents comes an increase in fear. A few companies are making products to capitalize on that...
View ArticleTexas school's ban on sunscreen causes child to be burned
A Texas school district's sunscreen policy is getting criticized after a child was sunburned during a school field trip. The district says the policy is in place to protect students from accidental...
View ArticleGood parents forget their kids in hot cars. You could do it, too.
Do you believe only negligent, "bad" parents forget their kids in cars? Surely, you'd never accidentally leave your baby or toddler locked in a car all day, right? It makes us feel better to believe...
View ArticleTarget's stance on firearms doesn't sit well with parents who are cops
On July 2, Target CEO John Mulligan addressed their policy regarding firearms within their stores. This comes on the heels of the #OffTarget social media campaign, which urged consumers to speak with...
View Article"Swatting" gaining traction among teens
Silly teen trends come and go, but the latest craze of "swatting" — calling 9-1-1 with the intention of persuading a SWAT police team to respond — is not only silly but highly dangerous.
View ArticleWatch out: These drugs look like candy
What's hiding in your medicine cabinet? Take a look at some of the more common medications and you might be surprised at how many of them look like candy. We found several drugs — and their look-alike...
View ArticleBreastfeeding mom leaves concert after being asked to move seats
A mom was asked to leave the "pit" area of a Brad Paisley concert at the Sleep Train Amphitheater in Chula Vista, California, Thursday night. Initially it appeared as if her breastfeeding rights were...
View ArticleNew AAP study which shows bedsharing to be risky is flawed
The AAP journal <em>Pediatrics</em> released study findings on July 14, 2014, showing bedsharing to be the number one cause of death for infants aged 0-3 months. But the data released...
View ArticleFather walks in on son being sexually abused and beats the rapist unconscious
A Daytona Beach father walked in on his child being sexually abused. He proceeded to beat the man into a "bloody puddle" before calling police saying: "Send an ambulance. He is going to need one." Was...
View ArticleTeaching kids gun safety — in day care?
Do you know how your child would react if she found a gun? Some parents in Covington, Tennessee, got to participate in an experiment answering just that question. Their children were left alone with an...
View ArticleBaby safety quiz
There are so many warnings floating around about baby safety that some parents wish they could just wrap them in duct tape for 18 years. Since September is Baby Safety Month we thought we’d test our...
View ArticleFood truck food safety
Food trucks are the new black — and people can't get enough. Where these trucks used to serve a taco or maybe a churro, these days the sky's the limit for cuisine on wheels. But how do you know if it's...
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