BRITA Recalls Children’s Water Bottles Due to Laceration Hazard
Children’s cartoon character water bottle lid can break into sharp pieces, posing a laceration hazard.
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Children’s cartoon character water bottle lid can break into sharp pieces, posing a laceration hazard.
The spare button on the inside seam of the sweaters can detach, posing a choking hazard.
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Even though mom may be the only one making the milk, breastfeeding is definitely a team effort. Support systems are vital for successful breastfeeding, especially for a first-time mother. The International Lactation Consultant Association broke down the different components of “Team Breastfeeding.” Some people may double up on positions, but just like any team, each […]
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By Doraine Bailey, MA, IBCLC Because of the Affordable Care Act, many plans which provide coverage for a breastpump may not provide a great pump, nor the right kind of pump for your pumping needs. Here’s an overview of what to consider when choosing a breast pump. In general, pumps made by companies specializing in […]
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By Doraine Bailey, MA, IBCLC The Affordable Care Act requires health insurance companies, including Medicaid plans, to cover ‘breastfeeding services and supplies.’ This requirement is very broad and every company covers it a bit differently. Before you have your baby, call Customer Service at your health insurance plan to see what they will cover. Ask […]
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August is National Breastfeeding Month, and Central Kentucky has many resources to help moms on their breastfeeding journey. Looking for more breastfeeding help? Contact Doraine Bailey, IBCLC, Lexington-Fayette Co. Health Department: 859-288-2348 or Dorainef.Bailey@ky.gov. August 2 Big Latch On Lexington: 10 a.m., Baby Moon, 2891 Richmond Rd. Breastfeeding mothers and babies gather to ‘simultaneously breastfeed’ […]
The front wheel on the 20-inch Avigo youth bicycle can detach, posing a fall hazard.
Leaving the crib behind is a big step for parents and for toddlers. There is no right age to move to a toddler bed. Each child is different, and it’s up to the parents to look for the cues. Two major signs your child is ready are when he can easily climb out of the […]
Child can pull cord into crib and wrap around the neck, posing a strangulation hazard.
The leg or side opening of the chair can allow a child’s body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck or fall from the chair.