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Safety for Toddlers

15 Months

Protect Your Toddler's Skin From Sunburn

A child's skin burns easily. All skin colors can get sun-burned. Sunburns in childhood increase the risk of skin cancer later in life.

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Take Another Look!

Your child can open and reach things now that he or she could not before. It's time to child-proof your house again.

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Drowning Dangers

Drowning happens quickly and silently. Toddlers can slip into water when you are not looking. Actively supervise your child at all times when he or she is near water.

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Change Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Batteries

Working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms save lives. Install alarms according to the manufacturer's instructions.

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Lithium “Button” Batteries Can be Dangerous

These batteries are used in remote controls, greeting cards, watches, toys and other devices. Young children can find and swallow them without being seen.

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18 Months

Dangers in Driveways and Parking Lots

Your child is so small that a driver may not be able to see him or her between cars or when backing up. You can help keep your child and others safe by doing these things.

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How to Keep an Active Toddler In Her Car Seat

Your child should sit rear-facing in the back seat until he or she reaches the weight OR height maximum for the car seat, regardless of age.

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What Makes a Playground Safe?

Always check the equipment before your child begins to play. Stay close to your child, especially when he or she is climbing.

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2 Years

The Right Car Seat for Your Child's Size

Many parents move their child from a car seat with a harness to a booster seat or seat belt too soon. Your child needs the protection of a car seat with a harness until he or she is about four years old.

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Keep Your House Safe for Your Child

Even though your child is getting older, you must still watch him or her every minute. Make your home safer with these tips.

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Choose Toys Carefully

Keep your child's age, abilities, and interests in mind when choosing toys. Toys meant for older children can be dangerous for your child.

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2½ Years

Lock Up Guns

All children, even toddlers, are in danger if they play with guns. If you have guns at home, unload them. Store them in a gun safe or lock box.

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Keep Matches and Lighters Out of Reach

Young children are curious about fire. Children as young as age two can start fires and hurt themselves if they play with matches and lighters.

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Start the Helmet Habit Early

Help your child get in the habit of wearing a helmet whenever he or she uses a toy with wheels or rides on the back of your bicycle.

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Closely Watch Your Child In and Around Water

Children can drown in as little as two inches of water. An adult must always be within an arm's length whenever a toddler is in or around water.

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