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Choose the Right Toys for your Baby

Monday, May 4th, 2009

Give your child a good view of the world by carrying them so that they can see more. When safe, reach out and touch lots of interesting things – inside the home and out. Remember, just about everything is interesting to them. Noise, colour and textures of everyday things will stimulate their senses.

Hang toys at a distance where they can swipe at them, so they always have something interesting to look at. They’ll love to play simple games with you, like peek-a-boo (they’ll never tire of it because your face is so fascinating). Once they can sit up, roll them a soft ball and watch as they attempt to push it back to you. By six months give them a simple button to push or a string to pull that activates a toy.

Try not to leave your child unattended with smaller toys or toys that have attachable small parts. As children love to use their month to explore they will tend to eat or swallow things. (more…)

Getting Safe Toys For Your Child

Monday, May 4th, 2009

Concentrate on toys that are appropriate with their age. If your child is under the age of 3 then Purchase those toys that will not present any choking hazards. The age suggestions listed on the package would serve only as guide. In case your kid is too young not to recognize things that should not be put into his mouth , then in no way attempt to buy toys with strings since this can lead to another choking hazard. If buying something with string is inevitable then purchase one with longer than seven inches chords. You could also warn them about the danger of putting those strings around their neck.
Kids safety is assured by preventing toys with heating elements , especially for children under the age of 8. Teach them to use electricity with care and tell them that they need your help when operating with the toy. The battery of each toy should be enclosed in a place which is not accessible for them. Thus buy one that requires a device to remove them. Purchase those that are flame retardant doll hair, soft dolls and stuffed animals can catch fire. Also take time to check if the stuffing is firmly sewn as to prevent suffocation.
The government also helps in making sure kids safety by registering their own set of recommended toys. You can also read about the recall notices occasionally. Do the physical check by yourself by ensuring that they are assembled well and that there are no free parts or even sharp edges. Follow every toy instruction manual and advices faithfully. If your kid is mature enough, you can even read the instruction to them , one by one so they too can follow.