crib safety

AAP Officially Opposes Use of Bumper Pads in Cribs

Posted November 5, 2011 - 01:00 by Alyssa Chirco

Safety, News & Commentary, Family Planning, Home Life, Shopping, Pregnancy, New Parents

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The AAP now officially opposes the use of bumper pads in infant cribs. But are crib bumpers really deadly?

Baby Sleep Basics: All About Cribs

Posted July 10, 2011 - 21:00 by Nancy Flanders

Safety, News & Commentary, Tips, Home Life, New Parents

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10,000 children are injured in cribs, playpens and bassinets each year. Recent crib recalls have lead to new safety regulations in crib manufacturing. In addition to these new rules for manufacturers, there are steps you can take to make your child's bed a safer place.

The Perils of Dropside Cribs

Posted June 2, 2010 - 06:47 by Fred Lee

Safety, Family Planning, Home Life, Health, Pregnancy, Birth

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Lawmakers are working towards banning drop-side cribs, which can pose a health and safety hazard for your baby.