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RECENT RECALLS

Infant Rattles Recalled by Lee Carter Co. Due to Choking Hazard (Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:30:00 GMT) The rattle's handle is small enough to fit into a child's throat, posing a choking hazard and violating federal rattle standards.

Mexican Wrestling Action Figures Recalled by Lee Carter Co. Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard (Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:30:00 GMT) The surface paints on the action figures contain excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law.

Chariot Carriers Recalls Child Bicycle Trailers and Conversion Kits Due to Injury Hazard (Wed, 11 Jan 2012 19:00:00 GMT) The bicycle trailer's hitch mechanisms can crack and break, causing the trailer to detach from the bicycle. This poses an injury hazard to children in the bicycle trailer.

The Land of Nod Recalls Bed Frames Due to Entrapment Hazard (Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:00:00 GMT) A child's torso can become lodged in the gap between the footboard's top rail and the mattress, posing an entrapment hazard to the child.

Bicycle Helmets Recalled by Triple Eight Distribution Due to Risk of Head Injury (Fri, 06 Jan 2012 16:00:00 GMT) Product testing demonstrated that these helmets do not comply with CPSC safety standards for impact resistance. Consumers could suffer impact head injuries in a fall.

Children's Chairs and Stools Recalled by Elegant Gifts Mart Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard (Thu, 05 Jan 2012 19:00:00 GMT) The yellow surface paint on the metal frame of the children's chairs and stools contains excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law.

IKEA Recalls to Repair High Chairs Due to Fall Hazard (Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:00:00 GMT) The high chair's restraint buckle can open unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to the child.

Madeline Bed Canopy Recalled by Pottery Barn Kids Due to Impact Hazard (Wed, 28 Dec 2011 15:30:00 GMT) The connections of the posts to the top rails of the canopy can come apart, allowing components of the canopy to fall and posing an impact hazard to consumers.

Petit Lem Children's Pajamas Recalled Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard (Fri, 23 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT) The pajamas fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear posing a risk of burn injury to children.

Children's Robes Recalled by Hanna Andersson Due to Violation of the Federal Flammability Standard (Fri, 23 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT) These children's robes fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injury to children.

Build-A-Bear Recalls Colorful Hearts Teddy Bears Due to Choking Hazard (Fri, 23 Dec 2011 15:45:00 GMT) The teddy bear's eyes could loosen and fall out, posing a choking hazard to children.

Bugaboo Car Seat Adapter Recalled Due to Fall Hazard (Thu, 22 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT) When the adapter is used on a stroller that also has a wheeled board accessory attached for transporting a standing toddler, and the car seat is positioned so the child faces forward, the car seat can disconnect from the adapter and fall.

Bugaboo Bee Strollers Recalled by Bugaboo Americas Due to Fall Hazard (Thu, 22 Dec 2011 17:00:00 GMT) The front swivel wheels can lock while the stroller is in motion, causing the stroller to tip and posing a fall hazard.

Target Recalls Circo Childrens' Travel Cases Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard (Thu, 22 Dec 2011 15:30:00 GMT) The surface coating on the travel cases contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Toys Distribution Inc. Recalls Rattles Due to Choking Hazard (Tue, 13 Dec 2011 19:00:00 GMT) The recalled rattles can break into small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children and violating the federal safety requirements for rattles. In addition, the size of the handle on some of the rattles is small enough to enter an infant's mouth, lodge in the throat and cause a choking hazard or lead to bruises and lacerations.

Children's Pajamas Recalled by Bella Bliss Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard (Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:00:00 GMT) The pajamas fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear posing a risk of burn injury to children.

Collective Brands Recalls KEDS Girls' Shoes Due to Laceration Hazard (Wed, 16 Nov 2011 19:50:00 GMT) Ornamental stars on the heel of the shoe may loosen, posing a laceration hazard.

Children's Animal Slippers Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Family Dollar Stores (Wed, 16 Nov 2011 19:20:00 GMT) The animal's eyes can detach from the slippers, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Build-A-Bear Recalls Teddy Bear Swimwear Set Due to Strangulation Hazard (Wed, 16 Nov 2011 17:00:00 GMT) The inner tube accessory can be pulled over a small child's head, posing a strangulation hazard.

Boy Scouts of America Recalls Cub Scout Wind Tech Jackets Due to Strangulation Hazard (Thu, 03 Nov 2011 14:00:00 GMT) The jackets have retractable cords with toggles at the hood/neck area and at the waist, which can pose a strangulation or entrapment hazard to children.

Dutailier Group Recalls Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment and Fall Hazards (Wed, 02 Nov 2011 21:00:00 GMT) The slats on the drop side can detach from the top and bottom rails creating a space between the slats. An infant or toddler's body can become entrapped in the space, which can lead to strangulation and/or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib.

Battat Recalls Magnetic Sketchboards; Magnetic Pen Tip Poses Choking Hazards (Wed, 02 Nov 2011 14:30:00 GMT) The magnetic tip of the drawing pen can dislodge from the pen, posing a choking hazard to children.

Kiddieland Recalls Disney-branded Fairies Plastic Trikes Due to Laceration Hazard (Tue, 01 Nov 2011 16:00:00 GMT) The plastic fairy figures protrude from the top of the handle bar posing a laceration hazard if a child falls on them.

ARTICLES
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GENERAL

5 Ways to Become a Mother-in-Law Whisperer

Babyproofing Your Marriage

Being Ready For Your Children & Family Photos

Favorite Links

Get Organized

Helping Your Child Through Early Adolescence

How To Get A Social Security Number For Your Child

How To Hire A Babysitter

The Importance of the Family Meal

The Modern Mom’s Guide to Dads: 3 Secrets Your Husband Won’t Tell You

Passport Requirements For Minors

Physical Activity: Importance of Having Fun

Raising A Responsible Citizen

Six Tips For Spending the Holidays With Your In-laws

 

HEALTH
Antibiotic Resistance & Misuse

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Autism

Bullying: When Your Child Is A Victim

Childhood Immunizations

Protecting Children From Air Toxins

Vaccination Schedule: 0-6 Years

Vaccination Schedule: 7-18 Years

Vaccination Catch-up Schedule

 

MATERNITY

Alcohol & Pregnancy

How Teratogens Affect Unborn & Nursing Infants

Naming Your Baby

The Truth About Cord Blood Banking

NEWBORN

Breastfeeding Basics

Newborn Care

Overcoming Breastfeeding Obstacles

Reducing the Risks of SIDS

 

SAFETY
Baby-proofing 101

Bicycle Safety

Halloween Safety

Home Fire Safety

Infant/Child Product Recalls

Internet Safety

Protecting Our Children From Toxins In The Air

Sex Offender Database

Summer Safety Tips

Toy Recalls

Toy Safety Shopping Tips

Transportation Safety Tips

 

SCHOOL & EDUCATION

Guide to DFW Private Schools

Helping Your Child Become A Reader

Helping Your Preschool Child: Activities From Birth Through Age 5

Helping Your Child Succeed In School: Activities For Ages 5-11

Helping Your Child Learn History

Helping Your Child Learn Math

Helping Your Child Learn Science

Helping Your Child With Homework

Teaching Your Child How To Read

Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS™) Testing

 

KIDS EAT FREE
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DFW ON A BUDGET
DFW on a Budget
From art to animals, from tales to trains . . . Dallas-Fort Worth is a haven of free and affordable family fun. Click here for a list of the best places to go and things to see that will keep even the most discriminating kids from crying "I'm bored," and all at a price of $5 or less per child.
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Best Apps For Babies, Tots & Kids
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VIDEOS
Sleep solutions for infants & toddlers Sleep solutions for infants & toddlers: part 1, part 2
Travel Safety: Doors & Windows Travel Safety: Doors & Windows
Choking - Infants & Toddlers Choking: Infants & Toddlers
Creative lunch ideas for kids Creative lunch ideas for kids
Montessori Education For Babies & Toddlers Montessori Education For Babies & Toddlers
Infant Massage Techniques Infant Massage Techniques
Car Seat Safety Car Seat Safety
Car Seat Safety Baby Bathing Techniques
Preschool lunch ideas Preschool lunch ideas
Halloween Safety Tips Halloween Safety Tips
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