Tag Archives: safety

Expecting a new baby is an exciting and spectacular time, however, it can also be a little overwhelming, particularly if it’s your first child. Somewhere in amongst the books to read, antenatal classes to go to and names to decide… Continue Reading >

  I don’t know about you, but I’ve always viewed, and felt, that our homes are the one place on the planet that is our personal haven, our sanctuary, and safe place. I’ve always seen the four walls and roof… Continue Reading >

Did you know that button batteries are one of the most dangerous things in your home? Unfortunately, in Australia around 20 children go to hospital every week due to ingesting button batteries. These tiny shiny objects look like a shiny… Continue Reading >

Every week, 17 children are treated at a specialist burns unit across Australia and New Zealand Kidsafe Australia is urging parents and carers to take action to prevent burns in the home as winter hits and ensure they are aware… Continue Reading >

Kidsafe Victoria has issued a warning to parents and carers about the potential for serious injuries as a result of falls from nursery furniture and equipment. The warning comes as data from the Victorian Injury Surveillance Unit (VISU) shows that… Continue Reading >

  Today we welcome back a familiar face, For anyone who may not not know who Dr Justin Coulson is, which I don’t think there would be many at all, Justin is one Australia’s most trusted and respected parenting experts… Continue Reading >

The toddler stage is notoriously challenging for parents: it’s the age when your child starts navigating around on their own, exploring the world around them and inevitably getting into mischief. As a result, safety is a huge concern for parents… Continue Reading >

As a result of recent events which recently saw most children learning at home, under the guidance of their parents, and the direction of their teachers, and now having returned to school, three conditions, relevant in any setting, are necessary… Continue Reading >

Carbon monoxide is a silent killer. It’s a colourless, odourless and tasteless gas that can’t be detected by the human senses alone. Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning vary wildly, including headache, fatigue and nausea. When the gas builds up in… Continue Reading >

With summer approaching and families eagerly anticipating a return to backyard pool parties and gatherings after recent restrictions, Kidsafe has urged homeowners to ensure their backyard swimming pools are safe and comply with the regulations, to prevent toddler drownings. The… Continue Reading >