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Toddlers have high chances of suffocation when sleeping in inadequate sleeping material. To avoid this following measures should be taken:
1) Avoid use of pillows, comforter, sleep positions, stuff toys,  and bumper pads in baby's crib, cradle or bassinet as they can pose suffocation hazard.
2) Mattress should not be too soft or worn down.
3) Make sure mattress  is tight against all sides.

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Sun Safety is one of the important things you want your children to be protected from, a constant sun exposure may cause your children to have skin disease or skin cancer later on which is why it is important to follow procedures that will prevent this to happen. One of these things that should be followed in making sure that you have the necessary needs that will minimize your child’s sun exposure. First, a parent should understand what are UVB and UVA rays, and how these rays can impact your children’s skin health, knowing about this will bring them knowledge about the effects of the sun if not taken seriously. After understanding this, a person should take a number of precautions that are needed to consider, these are in covering up, wearing a hat, sunglasses, and putting sunscreen with the appropriate SPF for them.

This is applied with choosing the proper strollers to use, such as having a sunshade to it, having this will prevent the rays from exposing them directly so that they will not have sunburn. The wearing of loose clothes and hats, will make them feel fresh and prevent dehydration. Lastly, know places that are not directly exposed to the sun and put a broad spectrum of sunscreen to their skin, much preferably in SPF 30 to add additional protection. Reapplication of it should also be in a 2 – 3 hours period, the application of sunblock should be placed into different parts of the body. When they are playing, consistent checking and attention should be put to know signs as soon as possible especially when they are having heat illness or not having enough water under the sun.

Donna Grace Servidad

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Protecting children from getting too much sun is important, whether they are playing outside or are with you on an errand. The hot summer sun can be dangerous for children. A child can sunburn easily, even on a cloudy day. Bad sunburns and too much time spent in the sun without skin protection have been linked to a higher risk of skin cancer later in life.

During the summer months, children can easily lose body fluid and become dehydrated. Children's skin can also be burned by touching hot surfaces, such as pavement, hot sand, metal slides or car doors.

How can I keep my child safe from the sun?

Avoid being in the sun for long periods at the start of the season. Gradually increase the amount of time you spend outdoors with your child over a period of several days. When possible, stay indoors or in the shade during the hottest time of the day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
To prevent sunburn

Always protect babies from the sun:

Limit sun exposure, especially during peak hours.

Cover your baby in loose clothing and make sure they are wearing a hat.

Use a stroller sunshade to cover your baby.

Properly apply a small amount of sunscreen with SPF 30 (sun protection factor) on exposed areas. Note that sunscreen is not recommended for babies under 6 months old, because they can rub it in their eyes and mouth.

Make sure your child's favourite play areas have a shady spot, or bring along a sun umbrella.

Your child should wear a sun hat with a wide brim and back flap to protect the back of the neck, sunglasses with 100% UV protection ("broad spectrum") and loose cotton clothing to protect skin from the sun's rays. Only UV-rated clothing protects the skin under it completely from the sun. Sunscreen should be applied to the entire body if regular clothing is being worn.

At least 30 minutes before heading outside, apply sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 on all areas of your child's skin that will be exposed to the sun. Use a lip balm with SPF 15 as well.

Remember to put sunblock on ears, nose, back of neck and legs, and tops of feet.

Reapply sunscreen every 2 to 3 hours, and after swimming or vigorous play.

To prevent heat illness or dehydration

Encourage your child to drink plenty of fluids, especially water. Children don't necessarily feel thirsty while at play.

Be alert for signs that your child is experiencing heat illness and needs to go inside. These include thirst, fatigue, leg or stomach cramps, and cool, moist skin, which can be a sign of heat exhaustion. Bring your child inside or into a cool, shady area, and offer frequent small sips of water. Removing extra clothing and fanning can help your child cool down slowly.

Most importantly, lead by example and remember to protect yourself from the sun as well.

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Protecting children from getting too much sun is important, whether they are playing outside or are with you on an errand. The hot summer sun can be dangerous for children. A child can sunburn easily, even on a cloudy day.

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Toddlers always love to climb everywhere as they will so curious and would like to explore their surrounding areas. To be a ECE, we have to pay attention and observe them from time to time to pretend they climbing and get hurt. There are some ways to prevent them climbing :1) do not put any stools nearby the area that they can climb 2) move furniture away from the windows 3)packing away the tools (i.e. scissors, knife) to the location that the child is unable to reach

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It's adorable the first time a wobbly tot tries to pull up onto the couch. You might not be able to stop the smiles and giggles; maybe you even manage to videotape their struggle to conquer the La-Z-Boy so you can relive the cuteness.

Skip ahead several weeks or a few short months, though, and the happy feeling might be gone as you watch your toddler trying to scale every piece of furniture or vertical structure in their path. Welcome to the world of parenting a climbing toddler, be it ever so frantic.

Climbing is an important stage in the development of gross motor skills, but it can be hard behavior for parents to manage. It can also lead to the ruin of many a couch cushion or bookcase. The greatest concern for most parents, though, is safety. When your child falls, they could get scraped and bumped or suffer more serious injuries.

Why Toddlers Climb

They climb because they can (or at least can try to). Kids start to gain greater control over their body movements at around 18 months of age. They realize they can throw that ball, run fast across the park, and pull themselves up onto furniture.

It's innocent at first: your toddler just wants to sit up on the couch like mommy and daddy. Once they find the power in their body, though, your child may want to explore boundaries just like they do with everything else.

For some children, the inevitable knocks and understandable fear of those high places are enough to keep them from pushing the limits too far. These kids will probably be easily discouraged from climbing by a few firm reminders and demonstrations that chairs are for sitting and bookcases are not steps.

There is another personality type, though, that will not be stopped. For these toddlers and 2-year-olds, climbing is a thrill. They want to flex their muscles and satisfy their curiosity about what's up on the top shelf. Toddlers with older siblings may be even more determined climbers because they are trying to imitate the kids around them.

How to Stop a Climber

Short of removing from your home every vertical object as well as objects that could be stacked vertically, you can't really stop a climber. And really, you don't want to (at least not in the long run).

Of course, even if you relax the no-climbing rule in your own home, there are places and times in which climbing just cannot be allowed (say, at church or at a relative's un-childproofed home). In this case, you can try applying discipline techniques to stop the behavior, but try to avoid making it seem that all climbing is forbidden.

If your reaction to any and all climbing is dramatic and loud, beware. You might accidentally fall into one of the worst toddler behavior traps: Turning that which is forbidden into a fun game that gets a parent's attention.

Redirect a Toddler's Energy and Interest

While some children seem to be climbers by nature, it doesn't mean that your child will only be happy when they're scaling tall (and not-so-tall) structures. At the heart of the desire to climb is just that basic toddler desire to be active. You might be able to avoid the worry and chaos that comes with climbing if you can satisfy your toddler's urge to move with activities that keep their feet on the ground.

First, accept that toddlers aren't made to stay still. Coming to terms with that fact can help you be more patient when faced with a rambunctious tyke.

Next, give your child time and space to move. An hour or two in the yard or at the playground is excellent, and it may tire a toddler enough that they'll want to nap or rest for a while afterward. But once they're awake again, they will be ready to go, go, go again.

If you try to keep your child confined or provide toys that are just of the "sit-and-be-calm" variety, it's very likely to backfire and push your active toddler to (literally) start climbing the walls. Instead, set up safe-to-climb play spaces. Find a spot, inside or outside, where you can give your child some freedom to explore independently.

Fill that area with toys that encourage toddlers to be active as well as pillows, couch cushions, and soft materials that kids can stack up and climb on. Having a playmate around might also distract your child from climbing. Even if the two only are in the parallel play stage, a pal may eliminate the need some climbers have to find something more thrilling to do.

Keep Young Climbers Safe

Of course, all the acceptance and distraction in the world won't stop you from jumping in fear every time you spot your toddler teetering off the edge of a window sill or hanging from the chandelier. Knowing that you're not going to be able to stop the climbing, concentrate on creating a safe-as-possible environment for little ones who will (inevitably) fall.

One area to pay special attention to is crib safety. It usually doesn't take too long for climbers to learn how to scale the crib's sides. Some parents might try to keep a toddler safe in a crib by using a crib tent. Others see it as a sign that it's time to transition a toddler to a bed.

Beyond the nursery, look around the areas where your toddler usually plays and see how you can make the environment safer by taking steps such as:

Placing a toddler-friendly step stool near bookshelves or by other areas that they can't reach (and where you don't mind them grabbing things off the shelf).

Packing away trinkets, knickknacks, and other items that are magnets for curious toddlers (it's temporary; you should be able to put them back out by the time your child hits preschool).

Moving furniture away from the windows and be sure that all windows are properly secured to prevent falls.

A Word From Verywell

Keep in mind that climbing is one of those phases that toddlers will pass through. Any stress you feel now will not be forever. Your toddler will outgrow the desire to climb on everything ... just as they discover something new that is likely to make you feel just as concerned.

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How to Keep Toddlers Safe When They Love to Climb

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Toddlers love to keep moving and exploring they tend to climb up things that they don't know is to high for them. Falling is a very common thing for toddlers and it is not safe for them when there are high places for them to go up on. We should always keep on eye out for them to make sure that they aren't climbing up. Some of the things you can do to prevent falls all the time is to make sure that there aren't many shelves that they can go up or reach. Also another thing that is not safe is having toys on the floor all around the play area because they can trip and hit themselves so when you would see some extra toys that are on the floor to pick them up and put them away so the floor is clear for them to walk and crawl around.
Jesika Andova

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Toddlers are very busy little beings,they are curious,energetic and ready to explore the world around them.Falling is something we can not always avoid but we can definitely prevent falls in several ways such as, If you see a child doing something dangerous, gently instruct them about the proper use of the object:Chairs are for sitting, not standing .Also in order to prevent falls you can move furniture away from the windows, use window locks,use straps on baby equipment and also securing  Tvs, furniture/shelves to the wall.

Vitasha Persaud

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Toddlers are always in run or move. So fall is very common accident. It can happen in indoor or outdoor. So we have to observe children to avoid fall. We have to observe which place is safe for toddler to climb and if there is any slippery place or liquid on the floor should wipe immediately. When we bring them outside also observe them that  they are playing in a safe place or not. Let them ride on age appropriate slide. In winter the toddler must wear proper snow boot to avoid any kind of slip on ice.
Ishrat Jahan

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Toddlers tend to be curious with their surroundings; hence, they try to explore things on their own. Most of them are starting to learn to pull themselves up using furniture or touch different objects. This may cause great harm especially if they try to reach for objects that could burn them. For instance, they might touch a hot pan or grab a hot drink from the table. Moreover, they also have the tendency to spill hot food/drinks while eating.
So, as adults, we must provide active supervision and ensure that both children and their environment are safe by removing hot objects out of their reach and reminding them about specific causes and effects of things.
- Ariane Faith Pioquid

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Household items which contain chemicals are very dangerous for children if they get their hands on it. Products such as bleach, paint thinners, abrasive cleaners etc. Not only has it caused injuries but also death to children under the age of 5. Even a small amount of chemical can be poisonous. There are lots of harms to these products other than poisonous such as flammable, corrosive or explosive. To avoid children from this danger, we can keep all chemical products out of reach or in a locked cupboard. Educate children on the hazard symbols and that it means DANGER. Keep the product in it's original container and never cover or remove the labels. Make sure you close the cap tightly.

-Faheema Ingar

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Toddlers have a tendency to put everything in their mouths, which puts them at risk for poisoning and choking. We should avoid putting small parts of toys in the classroom. If toddlers are asked to play with small toys, close adult supervision should be implemented in order to protect the children's safety.

by Winnie Chow