Five New Year's Safety Resolutions... You CAN do

The holiday season is coming to an end and it’s time to create your 2010 New Year’s Resolutions. Before you get overwhelmed with planning tonight’s celebration, sending your kids back to school, and putting away all the holiday decorations; take a moment and think about this: What are you going to do in the New Year to make your home a safer place for all?

Along with resolving to spend less, eat better, and exercise more; add safety to the list this year. Start with one of these five simple resolutions today. Ok, maybe tomorrow after going to the gym!

1. Be prepared for an emergency. Have a first aid kit and know where it is! Have you taken a CPR class in the past year? Look no further… Click here to schedule your private, in-home Safe Baby CPR class today; or visit the Red Cross to find a class in your area.

2. Beware of recalled products. Keep up-to-date on the ever-changing list of product recalls. You can sign up here to receive product recalls. To view a list of all recalled products for 2009, visit http://www.recalls.gov/.

3. Check your safety devices. Make sure you have working smoke alarms on every level of your home, in each bedroom, and outside every sleeping area. Learn about the hidden dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning and how to prevent it. Carbon monoxide (CO) detectors should be located on each level and outside sleeping areas. While you’re at it, make sure your flashlights work too.

4. Program emergency numbers into your phones. Have the numbers for fire and emergency medical services, doctors, family members and a neighbor. Don’t forget to add the Poison Control Center number: 1-800-222-1222.

5. Childproof your home. Start with exploring every room at your child’s eye level. Try getting down on your hands and knees and crawling around. You may be surprised by what you see! If your overwhelmed by the thought of babyproofing, visit the Safe Start Baby webstore where you will find hundreds of quality safety products to solve almost any childproofing challenge. Not sure where to start or need help with installation? Email the Babyproofer, or find a Safe Start Baby Consultant near you.

For safety questions and other resolution ideas, ask the Babyproofer today! We would love to hear from you.

Wishing a Safe and Happy New Year to all!

Your friends at Safe Start Baby