This common mistake can increase the risk of heatstroke in babies
An important reminder during the summer months Parents of babies have been told to be cautious as temperatures rise in Ireland. Baby Doc Ireland has advised parents not to put blankets over their babies as it can cause heatstroke. They explained that covering buggies and prams with a blanket to shade an infant is actually […]
1 year ago
Safety expert says baby baths give ‘false sense of security’ but can be deadly
“It’s easy to assume they’re safe” A baby expert is warning parents about the dangers of baby baths/seats. She stressed that being aware of the hazards in your home is the best way you can protect your baby. Child Accident Prevention Trust CEO, Katrina Phillips said baby baths or baby seats give parents a “false […]
1 year ago
HSE issues stern warning to parents considering purchasing a baby walker
Baby walkers may seem like a good idea at first They are marketed as tools for helping your little one get on their feet and take those first steps but all is not what it seems. The HSE has noted that walkers are a big no-no for your baby when it comes to both safety […]
2 years ago
Warning to parents after garden hose leaves baby badly burned
Accidents like this can easily happen. A toddler has been left burned after his family used a garden hose to cool him down during a heatwave. We’ve all been trying to find ways to cool down as temperatures soar, but firefighters are urging parents to be cautious. They stressed that so many injuries and accidents […]
4 years ago
Parents told to stop leaving their babies alone in cars
This happens more often during the summer months. Parents in Ireland have been warned against leaving their babies in cars. The warning comes after firefighters in Cork were called multiple times about babies being unattended in cars. Parents may believe it is okay to do so for a few minutes, but the risks are just […]
4 years ago
I won’t let my baby near my mother when she smokes- am I being too harsh?
Is she being deprived or is the mum right? Welcoming a new baby into the world is the best feeling, but it comes with a host of worries. We want to do everything in our power to protect them so being cautious goes hand-in-hand with motherhood. One grandmother couldn’t understand why her daughter wouldn’t let […]
4 years ago