Choking Prevention

Cut food for toddlers in small pieces. Be on alert for high risk food items like hot dogs, cheese sticks, hard candy, nuts, grapes, marshmallows, or popcorn. 

Consider their age and development when getting toys or games and check the warning labels.

Be on the lookout for magnets & batteries that come in toys. Seek medical attention if there is suspision of one of these being swallowed.

Keep cords and stings out of your child's reach. Move cribs, beds, furniture, and toys away from windows and window cords. 

Keep small objects out of reach.

Check your child's clothes and accessories.