Toddler Tip of the Day

Know to call 1-800-222-1222 if someone takes poison. This number will connect you to emergency help in your area. Keep the number by every phone.

From: homesafetycouncil.com

Tags: poison, safety

Childhood poisonings are a frequent source of illness and death during the toddler years. Keep all medications in a locked cabinet.

Keep all toxic household products (polishes, acids, cleaning solutions, chlorine bleach, lighter fluid, insecticides, or poisons) in a locked cabinet or closet. Many household plants may cause illness if ingested, and toad stools and other garden plants may cause serious illness or death.

Obtain a list of these common plants from your pediatrician.

From: about.com

Tags: hazard, safety, poison

A little fluoride is a good thing for your child’s teeth, but swallowing too much of it over time can lead to a condition called fluorosis that can cause white spots to show up on his adult teeth.From: BabyCenter.com

The most commmon poisons for small children are Cosmetics, Cleaning Substances, Pain Medicine, Coins, Thermometers, Plants, Diaper Care products, Cough/Cold Medicines, Pesticides and Vitamins.
From: OurChildrensWellness.net