Category Archives: AAP

AAP strengthens advice: no bumper pads in cribs

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Kids In Danger

In their efforts to create safe sleeping environments for infants, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) issued a statement today updating their advice for parents, including opposition to the use of crib bumper pads.  In their policy statement, “SIDS and … Continue reading →

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AAP and NHTSA — new guidelines for car seats

Posted on March 21, 2011 by Kids In Danger

In the April 2011 issue of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) advised parents to keep their children in rear-facing car seats until age 2 or until the child reaches maximum height and weight limit for the seat. The … Continue reading →

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New research in Pediatrics shows 26 crib-related injuries per day

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Kids In Danger

A study in the March issue of Pediatrics shows that as many as 26 infants and toddlers are rushed to emergency rooms each day for injuries involving cribs, play yards or bassinets. Most of the injuries (83%) are crib related. … Continue reading →

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