I have divided this article on ways to keep your baby safe from hazards into two. The first part explains safety and existing safety standards as set by CPSC with details of four key hazards. The second section has detailed info on safety tips when using common baby products such as baby monitors, car seats, … Read more
In the 2011-2021 period, there were 76 recalls annually for baby products, almost half compared to 2001-2010 which had average annual recalls of 132 products. The chart below shows the falling number of recalls from 2001 to 2021; Part of the improvements in the safety of the products has been credited to the 2008 law … Read more
The recent recall of Fisher-Price’s inclined sleepers and the passage of the Safe Sleep for Babies Act (2021) which was signed this Summer has put a spotlight on baby product safety. As a parent, I have been aware of warnings but was really taken aback when a product that has sold more than 5 million … Read more
In April 2019, Fisher-Price recalled 5 million dangerous inclined sleepers off the market, and various cases of deaths resulting from the use of inclined sleepers resulted in further recalls of 165,000 inclined sleepers by Graco, Summer Infant, Delta, and Evenflo. Like any other baby gear, inclined sleepers had somehow made their way as a legitimate product … Read more
If your baby is starting to be mobile on their own and realizing that you need to babyproof your fireplace, make sure you do it right. I came up with this guide to provide detailed helpful tips on how to effectively babyproof your fireplace. What is Fire? According to science.org.au, fire occurs when enough heat … Read more
8-foot baby gates are a great way to keep your baby safe and secure. The large size of 8-foot baby gates makes them ideal for use in larger rooms or spaces. We used this 8-foot baby gate as a pet door and it did the job well! In this post, I’ll review some of the … Read more
Babies and toddlers get very upset when waking up and finding they’ve hit their heads on the cold metal crib railings. Teething babies can even chew the railing and ingest harmful toxins. To prevent these accidents from happening, you need to invest in a crib rail cover. What is a crib rail cover? A crib … Read more
In 2018, the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) revealed that Graco had received 38 reports of defects in one of the high chair brands. With the 2018 recall, you may be asking whether Graco chairs are safe and which one among their brands does not have safety concerns. You’re right to be worried and I … Read more
What do you want to know about the easy-to-open baby gate? There are many gates out there but an easy-open baby gate is an essential piece of furniture that you won’t regret getting. I will go over some of its features and why it’s great for parents. First, let me tell you what I like … Read more
If you’re a parent, then you know that keeping your little one safe is of utmost importance. That’s why finding the best retractable baby gate is essential. A good baby gate will keep your child safe by preventing them from getting into areas that may be dangerous, like stairs or a kitchen. But with so … Read more
If you were to look up the ‘best wooden baby gates‘ on Google’s search bar, you’ll get results of best baby gates lists in 2023 by reputable sites such as Wirecutter. While Wooden models can be among the top-rated baby gates, I was a bit disappointed that lists specific to baby gates made entirely from … Read more
When most people think of baby gates, they think of the ones you put at the top and bottom of the stairs. However, did you know that there are also baby gates specifically designed for fireplaces? Believe it or not, fireplace baby gates are a must-have safety item for every home with a fireplace. Here’s … Read more
Sunscreen is a lotion, cream, or spray that one rubs on the skin to prevent wrinkles, sagging, age spots, and skin cancer caused by harmful sun rays. Babies need sunscreen because it is impossible to avoid total exposure to direct sunlight. As a parent, you need to understand what components make sunscreen suitable for a … Read more
Are baby walkers safe, are baby walkers bad or are baby walkers recommended are some of the top questions you may be grappling with. With some countries and experts such as AAP warning against use of baby walkers, it can be difficult to even think of the brands to consider. Like thousands of parents across … Read more
If you are looking for a baby gate for stairs that doesn’t require drilling, you have come to the right place. These types of gates can be hard to find because most stair gates are usually designed to be hardware mounted and require you to drill into your banisters and walls to install. And on … Read more
If you have a deck, patio, or porch then it’s important to babyproof it with a reliable safety outdoor gate. But I understand the challenge of finding a good one. I have personally shopped for a gate for my kid to use outside – especially when playing. Most gates are designed for indoor use but … Read more
VTech VM819 has been touted as one of VTech’s feature-packed monitors but this video monitor has plenty of critics too. Today, we’ll be looking at the features with keen highlights of this monitor’s bad and good features. As of this update in November 2022, this monitor has been rated by over 5k customers on Amazon … Read more
What are baby loungers? Are they just expensive pillows and are they really worth it? Those basic questions got us started in what would be a research journey to find the best baby lounger. We got started researching general things related to co-sleepers and loungers and after rigorous comparison, we found the OVERALL best baby … Read more
Choosing the best booster seat for your child’s dining can be daunting. There are so many different types and brands on the market, all with different features. How do you know which one is right for your child? To help make your decision easier, we’ve compiled a list of the best booster seats for eating … Read more
Your child’s safety is of utmost importance; hence, in every country, there are government regulations that must be met before manufacturers release their infant car seats into the market. Aside from the seats meeting the legal requirements, some bodies conduct rigorous safety tests with ratings to assist parents and caregivers when they shop for an … Read more
Stories Of Hacked Baby Monitors 2009 to 2022 Analysis of several stories of hacked baby monitors covered by CNN, FOX, NBC, BBC & Washington Post, among others. Wondering how often baby monitors get hacked? Very often. In fact, one study showed that it only takes about 98 seconds to hack an unsecured baby monitor that … Read more
Quick Glance At Eufy SpaceView Baby Monitor Are you concerned about security or just looking for a portable, easy-to-travel baby monitor? If security is your number 1 priority, Eufy Spaceview or Eufy Spaceview S baby monitors guarantee you 100% privacy of the audio and video feeds from your baby and you can rest easy knowing … Read more
Wondering whether baby monitor radiation is safe or which baby monitor EMF levels are acceptable? This comprehensive guide will give you all the information you need to know about the risk of baby monitor radiation, the low-emission monitors, and some EMF shields you can use to protect your little one. Let’s start with some basics. … Read more
A few baby monitor brands have released touchscreen baby monitors. In this article, we review the top touchscreen baby monitors from Summer Infant, Vtech, Samsung, Cascam, Angelcare, and BabyMoov. There are less than 20 touchscreen baby monitors in the market and in our review, we’ve narrowed it down to a list of excellent, top-rated touchscreen … Read more
When I first came across the term ‘Voice-activated (VOX) baby monitor‘, it got me interested in the topic as I had just attended a parenting conference in Calgary where we discussed ways to reduce EMF radiation in a baby nursery. Since then, my preference for low EMF gadgets hasn’t ceased. I have shared more details … Read more