Our dog has had a harness since she was a baby. Small dogs shouldn’t be walked by the collar I was told this when we were outside a dog boutique. A customer with a small dog told us it could collapse their tracheas so we immediately bought her a harness. Some people don’t believe this ...
Now the kids are back in school and you have some free time to think and plan for the year, it’s beneficial for parents/guardians to reeducate themselves on what must be done to keep your little ones safe in the car. Often referred to as our most precious cargo, children can be strapped into a ...
This is a newer car seat; much anticipated as the options to keep your child harnessed past 40 pounds have been slim and expensive. Luckily Cosco who is also now Safety 1st has manufactured this car seat that gives you a less expensive choice while still keeping your older child safe. I really wanted a ...
A booster seat law is in effect in all 50 states. Yet even the motorist who is well aware of the state’s laws about safely transporting children in the backseat, may not be up to par on the booster seat requirements set forth by their manufacturers. Are you? Child Booster Seat Laws Affect All States ...
A change in Michigan’s law went into effect July 1, 2008, for child car seat and booster seat regulations. The Michigan law requires children to ride in booster seats until they reach their eighth birthday or until they reach 4 feet 9 inches tall, whichever comes first. Along with the new law, violators could face ...
Bicycling with a baby or toddler is fun! What a wonderful way to see the world, enjoy a bit of fresh air and sunshine, and get some exercise together! How can this be done safely? First, pick a sturdy bike. Traditional (handlebars-outwards) bikes are excellent for baby seats. These well-balanced bicycles offer super stability and ...
A couple of months ago, a friend and fellow mom sent me a link to a You Tube video about Kyle Miller. Sadly, Kyle was killed in a car accident when the seatbelt that was supposed to secure his booster seat failed, ejecting him from the vehicle. The message of the video was to keep ...