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Baby’s First Thanksgiving: How to Safely Serve 5 Favourite Foods
Can baby join the Thanksgiving meal? Learn how to modify turkey, sweet potatoes, squash, mashed potatoes and pumpkin for your baby’s current eating skills, plus the holiday choking hazards worth watching for.
Unexpected Choking Hazards Parents Often Overlook (And How to Spot Them)
Small objects are not the only choking hazards hiding around our homes. Learn how broken crayons, loose toy parts, balloons, button batteries, magnets, water beads and other everyday items can become dangerous, plus practical ways to spot and reduce the risk.
Keeping Kids Cool In The Car This Summer: Simple Tips & Safe Cooling Tools for Families
Hot cars can heat up quickly, even on mild days. We’re sharing simple, everyday ways we can keep our kids cooler in the car—plus safe tools and small habits that can make a big difference all summer long.
Bug Repellent for Babies & Toddlers: What Health Canada Recommends and What You Can Choose
Wondering which bug spray is safe for babies and toddlers? Learn what Health Canada recommends by age, how DEET and icaridin compare, what to know about natural repellents, and how to apply insect repellent safely.
Easter Choking Hazards to Watch For + Safer Basket Ideas by Age
Easter is full of treats, egg hunts, and surprises — but some common foods and basket items can pose choking risks for young children. Here’s what we can watch for, plus safer, non-food Easter basket ideas by age.
Every Day Safety Starts Here: Why We Trust Safety 1st
At Bump + Baby Matters, we teach caregivers how to prevent common home injuries before they happen. That’s why partnering with Safety 1st felt like a natural fit — their products support the same everyday prevention we talk about in our safety education.
Valentine’s Day Candy Choking Hazards (and Safer, Sweet Alternatives)
Not all Valentine’s candies are safe for little ones. Here’s how to spot choking hazards — plus age-appropriate, sweet alternatives that keep the fun intact.
Fireplace and Heater Safety for Babies and Toddlers
From fireplace barriers to space heater placement, learn practical ways to reduce burn risks for babies and toddlers, plus what to do if a burn happens.