Baby Safety Tips

You'll be shocked at what's really dangerous for children in your home. Don't skip our checklist of 10 safety hazards that could be deadly.

You'll be shocked at what's really dangerous in your home. Don't skip our checklist of 10 safety hazards that could be deadly.

As a parent, you have so many things to worry about. But not all of them deserve equal anxiety. We help you sort through it all and ease your mind.

Being a parent is the hardest job you'll ever love. To make your first few months as goofproof and enjoyable as possible, follow our troubleshooting guide and avoid these 10 classic mistakes.

You take every precaution with your baby or toddler -- but eventually, you've gotta take a deep breath, ditch the rules, and trust that your child will be just fine.

Could your child tell the difference? You'd be surprised how many potentially poisonous products look good enough to eat. Here's how to protect your family.

Look closely: Each of these items has found its way into the nose, mouth, or ear of a child, often with harmful results. Will your kid be next?

Why baby puts things in his mouth -- and how to keep them out!

A lot has changed with the past generation when it comes to the sleep environment for babies. The once-standard drop-side crib is now banned. The idea of what should -- or should not -- be in a crib is still in flux. Follow this guide to safe sleep for babies to make sure you create the safest possible environment.

He can't even crawl yet -- what are the chances your baby will have a serious accident? Unfortunately, they're higher than you'd think. Accidental death rates for babies under age 1 are twice as high as those for kids between 1 and 5. The good news is that with a little care and forethought, you can easily avoid most hazards. Try these tips to protect your child.

When it comes to baby-proofing products, what you'll need will depend on the particular features of your home. Some items, however, are nearly universal. We've rounded up a few of our favorites.

Take this article take this article and walk out to your driveway now to find out whether your child's car seat is as safe as it should be. You'll be shocked at what you're doing wrong.

More than 2 million children are injured in their homes each year. Now that your little one is mobile, it's time to make sure your home a safe haven.

Kids can imagine creative ways to use their ears with this silly song.

With a little preparation, stepping out doesn't have to be a leap of faith.

While pregnant, you'll get lots of advice about how to function on no sleep and deal with babyhood's bummers. So once your little munchkin arrives you may be surprised by how many pleasures tag along for the ride. Consider all these benefits of being a new mommy and you'll be looking on the bright side, too!

Our mothers may have done things differently when we were little, but expert advice has changed a lot between then and now.

While young children can reach milestones at different ages, the CDC says you should talk to your doctor and consider an early-intervention evaluation if your child displays any of these signs or has a dramatic loss of skills.

Many hazards aren't obvious. Read on to make sure you don't miss a thing.

Make sure you don't own these potentially harmful products.

Terrible? We call the twos terrific. Here, the toys that will keep her busy -- and that experts say will boost her brainpower too.

When Parents set out to find the top zoos in the country, we identified 50 where kids can pet and often feed the wildlife. Then we narrowed it down to these leaders of the pack that your little tyke will love.

Make sure your baby isn't playing with a potentially harmful toy.

It's not too soon to start setting limits and encouraging good behavior from your kid. We'll show you how.

Surround your children with love, happiness, and encouragement so they have the confidence to reach goals.