A bottle temporarily placed on the floor can quickly attract a child's attention.
If poisoning is suspected, contact a poison-control service or emergency medical provider promptly rather than guessing what treatment may be appropriate.
Food Can Also Become a Choking Hazard
Parents often associate food with nourishment, comfort, and family life.
However, certain foods can be dangerous for babies and young children because of their size, shape, firmness, or texture.
Whole nuts, popcorn, hard candies, whole grapes, large pieces of raw carrot, and similar foods can obstruct a child's airway.
A young child may not yet have the teeth or chewing coordination needed to handle these foods safely.
The risk does not disappear simply because a baby has started eating solid foods.
Food preparation should match the child's developmental abilities.
Soft foods can be offered in appropriate shapes and textures, while harder foods may need to be cooked, mashed, finely chopped, or avoided until the child is ready.
