Category Archives: Chicago

Join KID for the 2013 Best Friend Award Night

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Kids In Danger

Join KID at our annual Best Friend Award Night May 23, 2013 at Fulton’s on the River in Chicago.  KID and our supporters will gather to mark our 15th year and a new KID Best Friend. At the event, KID … Continue reading →

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A check-up on Chicago’s ban on crib bumpers

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Kids In Danger

Last April, Chicago became the first municipality (or any governmental unit for that matter) to ban the sale of crib bumper pads.  The ordinance’s sponsors (Aldermen Balcer and Cardenas) and those who voted for it listened to the testimony of … Continue reading →

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No more dangerous bumpers sold in Chicago

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Kids In Danger

We have been warning about the dangers of crib bumper pads for years. You can read Aiden’s story, Preston’s story, Dr. Thach’s research or some of our many blog posts and web pages on it. The Illinois Attorney General has … Continue reading →

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Chicago becomes first to ban the sale of crib bumper pads

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Kids In Danger

The City of Chicago became the first governmental body to ban the sale of crib bumper pads.  The ordinance, effective in 180 days, aims to remove this dangerous hazard from an infant’s sleep environment. Crib bumpers pads can cause suffocation … Continue reading →

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Chicago to Retailers: Tell customers where to get help with car seat installation

Posted on June 15, 2010 by Kids In Danger

Perhaps you’ve seen or heard the research that most car seats are installed incorrectly or just know from your own experience that it’s not easy getting that seat installed so it is at the correct angle and doesn’t move at … Continue reading →

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