BABIES AND SAFETY

BABIES AND SAFETY

Children are a blessing form God therefore it is important to take care of them and keep them safe at all times since their safety depends on us as their parents/ guidance. The following are tips on how to take care of a toddler (0-3 years) at home.

First of all never leave your child unattended because this might put them at risk of being injured. To prevent choking, check toys regularly for any small loose parts that can be hazardous and that might lead to choking of a child after they could have swallowed them. Avoid feeding your baby with raw pieces of hard fruits that require too much chewing for example carrots, apples and peaches. When they are eating teach them to sit down and be stable.

Monitor your child when he/she is eating foods that can choke them. These foods include lollies, snacks, nuts and meat. Keep hot food or water away from them especially when your child is at crawling stage. Keep nappy buckets off the floor and make sure that they have a firm well-fitting lid, also make sure that your child cannot access them to avoid drowning.

                                                    

  

When your child is asleep on a bed make check /monitor them regularly. Make sure that your child do not have access to pet bowls of food and water. Also plants can be toxic therefore make sure that you place them where toddlers cannot access them.