Holiday Decoration Safety Smarts
Keeping babies and toddlers free from holiday home mishaps
The dazzle and glitz of holiday decor may tempt new parents celebrating with little ones, but beware: Some traditional trimmings aren't smart for families, says the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC). Use these tips to decorate safely.
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Artificial Trees
From their hassle-free setup and cleanup to their one-time low investment cost, there are lots of reasons why families choose fake trees.
When buying one, choose a tree that's labeled fire resistant. According to the CPSC, although fire resistant doesn't mean the tree won't catch fire, it does indicate the tree is more resistant to burning.
(You'll still want to position trees far away from radiators or fireplaces, though. And look for fire-resistant trees that don't contain PBDEs, fire retardants that have recently been reported as neurotoxins—definitely not something you want Baby putting in her mouth.)
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