Cost Plus Inc. Recalls Wooden Animal Drum Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

The paint used on the drum is in excess of the maximum allowable level of 90 ppm, a violation of the federal lead paint standard. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent More »

Target Recalls Children’s Task Lamps Due to Laceration and Fire Hazards

Lamps can overheat, causing the adhesive inside the lamp socket to melt and migrate into the bulb area of the socket. The cooled glue can adhere to the light bulb base and More »

Mini Stars Building Sets Recalled by Edushape Due to Choking Hazard

Plastic knobs can break from the center of the stars, posing a choking hazard to young children. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent Child-Related Product Recalls More »

Prime-Line Products Recalls Child Bathtub Non-Slip Pads Due To Fall Hazard

Some pads do not stick to the bathtub surface, posing a fall hazard to consumers. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent Child-Related Product Recalls More »

Child Safety Latches and Outlet Covers Recalled by Prime-Line; Screw Breaks Can Allow Unintended Access

The screws on the safety latches and outlet covers can loosen and/or break. When this happens, young children can gain access to electrical outlets and other potentially hazardous items. US Consumer Product More »

Strollers Recalled by phil&teds USA Due to Risk of Injury from Brake Failure

The brake mechanism on the strollers can fail, posing an injury hazard. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent Child-Related Product Recalls More »

Fisher-Price Recalls to Repair Little People Builders’ Load ‘n Go Wagons due to Laceration Hazard

The back of the wagon’s plastic handle has molded-in reinforcement. This design adds stiffness and facilitates children gripping the handle. The handle poses a laceration hazard if a child falls on it. More »

Toy Keys with Remote Recalled by Battat Due to Choking Hazard

The metal toy keys and the plastic key ring can break, posing a choking hazard. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent Child-Related Product Recalls More »

Bravo Sports Recalls Disney-Branded Pogo Sticks Due to Fall and Laceration Hazards

The bottom rubber tip attached to the pogo stick frame can wear out prematurely, posing a fall hazard to consumers. Also, the end caps on the handlebars can come off, exposing sharp More »

Category Archives: Child Safety

Latest Children’s News

October 20, 2011     No comments

Watson Children's Shelter says both locations open, in use
Watson Children's Shelter executive director Fran Albrecht says the nonprofit has no intention of closing one of its two locations because of under-use. Watson Children's Shelter opened a second home in July 2010 for children in crisis, but one of its …
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Produce for Kids program donations top .5 million for children's charities
Founded by John Shuman, president of Shuman Produce Inc. in Reidsville, GA, PFK benefits the Children's Miracle Network hospitals and PBS children's programming. In a reception held here Oct. 15 during the PMA Fresh Summit, Mr. Shuman announced that …
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Contrasting Views on Treatment of Children Dying From Cancer
"Information about the quality of life and length of life is important, but we don't know a lot about these parameters in real life," said lead author Lillian Sung, MD, PhD, a pediatric oncologist at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Ontario, …
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Dream Factory celebrates 25 years

October 16, 2011     No comments

Dream Factory celebrates 25 years
Since 1980, the Dream Factory, the second-largest children's wish-granting organization in the country, has fulfilled the dreams of more than 25000 critically and chronically ill children — children like Emily Hilliard of Hillsborough who cannot stand …
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Bay, Saginaw counties' child advocacy groups join forces
The Child Abuse and Neglect Council of Saginaw County and Bay County's Nathan Weidner Children's Advocacy Center (NWCAC) are merging to form the CAN Council Great Lakes Bay Region. Suzanne Greenberg, CAN Council president & CEO, said the new alliance …
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A look at news coming up for the week of Monday, October 17
Dental care providers from NYU's College of Dentistry, the Washington County Children's Program and Caring Hands of Maine have put the clinic together. This is the 3rd free clinic to serve the area. 1000+ children and adults have been served by the …
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Haunted Happenings Schedule: Oct. 16
$ 10 adults, $ 8 children. Children's admission includes a magical glow ring! Free pictures with the wizard! Perfect event for families with young children. Allow 30-45 minutes. Reservations recommended. (Regular Witches Cottage show runs noon-9pm). …
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Website to tackle sexualisation of children -UK PM

October 12, 2011     No comments

Website to tackle sexualisation of children -UK PM
The website, ParentPort, aims to give parents a platform for voicing their concerns about children's exposure to sexually suggestive imagery and to warn each other about inappropriate material. "There is a growing tide of concern up and down the …
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X Factor charity single to support newly merged ACT & Children's Hospices UK
ITV talent show X Factor has announced it will release a cover of the Rose Royce classic 'Wishing on a star' to raise money for ACT & Childrens Hospices UK, the charity formed after a merger last week to create a "single voice for children's palliative …
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Tickets on sale for Bush Children's Ball!
Join the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys for an evening of mystique at the Bush Children's Mt Isa Masquerade Ball, the north-west's premier charity fundraiser night of the year! Tickets are now on sale for this annual event, to be held on Saturday 19 …
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Children's Wish Walk for Wishes this weekend

October 11, 2011     No comments

Children's Wish Walk for Wishes this weekend
ELMSDALE: East Hants is known for its giving generosity and the Children's Wish Foundation is hoping that continues for its Walk for Wishes and Halloween Party, scheduled for Oct. 16. The cost to take part in the party is $ 5 per person or $ 10 per …
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IKEA recalls children's tent
The Charlotte Observer welcomes your comments on news of the day. The more voices engaged in conversation, the better for us all, but do keep it civil. Please refrain from profanity, obscenity, spam, name-calling or attacking others for their views. …
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Special Children's Flu Clinic Available October 14
Aspirus VNA Home Health is offering a unique flu clinic on Oct. 14 for children and families. The event, Cheer for Health – Say Boo to the Flu, is a Halloween-themed flu clinic being held at Thom Field during the Wausau East vs. …
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Legislators punt on children's issues

October 11, 2011     No comments

Legislators punt on children's issues
Only two legislators out of the 17 Districts in Rockland County were represented at the "Step Up for Kids" Candidates' Forum sponsored by the Rockland Children's Advocacy Network on Oct. 5 at Rockland Community College. All legislators running for …
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Children team up with adults to prepare for natural disasters
Children, who make up about half the population in nations at risk, are among the most vulnerable, yet are often viewed as powerless victims and excluded from prevention, planning and recovery. However, Plan International's work in Indonesia, …
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Out of the Shadows of Down Syndrome
Through various organizations, such as public schools and Babies Can't Wait, children's needs are evaluated. Services, such as speech, vision and motor skills therapies are available. Without a proper assessment, children will not be offered these …
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Latest Children’s News

October 10, 2011     No comments

Diver Found Dead Near Children's Pool
Jimmy Somphirigna Tanovan, 35, was found on a rock around 8:40 pm about one mile south of the Children's Pool. Lafornara said he was friendly and excited about using his new SCUBA equipment. He asked if Tanovan would pick him up a lobster. …
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Court orders El Salvador to investigate children's disappearances
REPORTING FROM MEXICO CITY — Human rights advocates are hailing an international court decision ordering the government of El Salvador to fully investigate the cases of hundreds of children who disappeared during the nation's civil war three decades …
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Study: Ads Control Children's Choices
A study found that food ads play a powerful role in children's food choices, more than their parents' influence. In the study, 75 children, ages between three and five years old, watched two cartoons with a commercial break between each cartoon. …
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Religion And the Campaign For Healthy Kids

October 10, 2011     No comments

Religion And the Campaign For Healthy Kids
Faith communities put these teachings into practice in their work to protect and advocate for children's interests both in the United States and abroad. The Muslim Aga Khan Development Network's education efforts provide early, elementary and secondary …
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A mental health-care tool kit for parents
By Valerie Berenyi, Postmedia News October 10, 2011 Jodie Cossette, in the Garden of Wishes, is a recreational therapist in the eating disorders program at at the Alberta Children's Hospital in Calgary on October 3, 2011. CALGARY — What can parents do …
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Father leaves children alone at apartment
Lt. Doug Nolte said the children's mother went to work, leaving the children in their father's care. The father said he put the children to bed and then got called into work. He left the children at home alone, and they woke up about 10:20 pm and began …
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Children the asset that makes us wealthy

October 08, 2011     No comments

Children the asset that makes us wealthy
By Lazer Gurkow, Special to QMI Agency The prayer liturgy of the Jewish High Holiday — which ends today with Yom Kippur — often makes use of our Biblically prescribed designation as God's children. We remind God of the natural love that fathers have …
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Children's Commissioner to propose changes in law
Children's Commissioner Helen D'Amato is compiling a set of recommendations, including legislative changes, to ensure better regulation of teen parties. This follows reports in The Times about parties targeted at under-17s where alcohol is banned but …
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Spare Times: For Children, for Oct. 7-13

October 08, 2011     No comments

Spare Times: For Children, for Oct. 7-13
If you're reluctant to give in to your children's wishes for a puppy or a kitten, look at it this way: at least they're not asking you to keep chickens. New York City allows residents to raise the birds — yes, really — and young visitors to the Good …
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Life as a children's entertainer
Twenty-five years on, keeping children entertained still gives him a magical feeling This article appeared on p5 of the Family section of the Guardian on Saturday 8 October 2011 . It was published on guardian.co.uk at 00.04 BST on Saturday 8 October …
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Column: Children's Museum celebrates science

October 07, 2011     No comments

Column: Children's Museum celebrates science
Central Wisconsin Children's Museum and Wisconsin Public service are excited to announce a new five-week program called Science Saturdays! From 11 am to 1 pm every Saturday in October, families can come to CWCM and engage in hands-on activities about …
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Trumbull Children's Services issues statement on alleged rape of 13-month-old
WARREN, Ohio – Trumbull County Children Services issued a statement regarding the 13 month old who was allegedly raped in a visitation room during a supervised visit. Nick Kerosky, the executive director, says the department is "shocked and saddened by …
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35 Years of a Hollowed Middle Class From the Children's Perspective
This morning, they shared with The Atlantic a soon-to-be-published study looking at the question of family earnings from a new perspective: children. "Think of lining up every single child in the country by their family's earnings and look at the 50th …
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