We have compiled some basic and also some child specific safety tips for the holidays. We will post the information in three parts. Part I deals with Christmas tree and lights/electrical safety. Please take some time to review these helpful and informative tips.
Helpful Links
We have done extensive research on unintended injuries resulting in death or serious injury of young children. The article and website links below are some that we found to be the most informative and helpful in the areas of injury prevention and child safety:
Unintentional Injuries in Children and Youth from the American Medical Association
Parents: ABCs of Raising Safe and Healthy Kids from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The Injury Prevention Program (tipp) from the American Academy of Pediatrics