Safety for newborns

Before the baby comes ...

·         Make sure you have a car seat for the baby to go home in. (Free car seat check 687-3366)

·         Make sure that the mattress is snug in the crib and that there is no extra bedding in it

·         No walkers-ever!!! Take back any you get as a shower present and get one without wheels

·         Get smoke detectors and make sure the ones you have work

·         Set the hot water thermostat for less than 120 degrees F

·         Make everywhere, especially the home and car, smoke free

·         Consider taking a class on infant CPR

·         Poison Control Center can be reached at 1-800-222-1222

Even MORE newborn safety hints
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