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- It is now a Connecticut law that all children under the age of three be secured in a car seat appropriate for their age. Older children and adolescents must be restrained with a seat belt. Automobile accidents are the number one cause of deaths in children and the use of car seats or a seat-belt makes a tremendous difference.
- See that crib sides are up and latched whenever you turn away from the baby.
- Do not leave the baby unattended on anything from which he may fall,
especially changing tables and beds.
- Permit only safe, unbreakable toys without sharp edges or small parts which might break off and choke the baby.
- Position pots and pans on the stove in a way that the children cannot grab the handles. Freshly poured, hot liquids such as coffee and soup can cause severe burns.
- Cover all electrical outlets when not in use; mock plugs are available at hardware stores.
- Keep medicines secured in a location out of sight and reach of children. This applies to all cleaning supplies as well.
- Poisonings in the home are a frequent cause of deaths. The number for Connecticut Poison Control is 1-800-222-1222. The American Academy of Pedicatrics now recommends that syrup of ipecac no longer be routinely used in case of poisoning.
- Have an approved smoke detector in the sleeping area. Household fires and smoke inhalation cause many needless deaths every year. Check batteries frequently.
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