Infants and toddlers should remain rear-facing until they reach the highest height or weight permitted by their rear-facing seat.
Children should never be left alone inside a vehicle.
Before visiting relatives or friends, parents may need to discuss basic safety precautions.
Grandparents may have raised children decades ago, when recommendations and household products were different.
A loving relative may not realize that an older crib, accessible medication, or unsecured furniture presents a risk.
These conversations are not criticisms of previous generations.
They are opportunities to share updated knowledge.
Caregivers should know the child's feeding restrictions, sleeping arrangements, allergies, medical needs, and emergency contact information.
Consistency between caregivers creates an additional layer of protection.
The Hidden Challenge No Baby-Proofing Kit Can Solve
Physical hazards are important, but another factor deserves equal attention.
Parental exhaustion.
The arrival of a newborn can transform every part of daily life.
Sleep becomes fragmented.
Meals are interrupted.
