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From Candles to Candy and Ornaments to Allergies
14 Tips for Protecting Children from Holiday Hazards
9. Emergency Contacts
Laminate a list containing all of the important emergency phone numbers you or your babysitter might need. This list should include the phone numbers of your pediatrician and the poison control center, as well as the police, fire department and ambulance. It should also contain the cell phone numbers of both parents. 10. Holiday Shopping
Remember that malls, theme parks and other areas are particularly crowded during the holidays, and children can easily wander away to look at the attractive lights and decorations. Be sure to hold tightly to your child's hand and/or keep your child in your vision at all times. 11. Water Safety
Believe it or not, pool and water safety are particularly important during the holidays if you live in a warm-weather climate. Parents and caregivers are often distracted with holiday preparations and less watchful of their children at this time of year, and visitors to the home may forget to close pool gates or doors that are typically 
kept locked. As a result, children can get into areas to which they don't normally have access and can drown. 12. Gifts and Toys
Be sure that all toys and ifts are age-appropriate for your child. Before allowing your child to play with a new toy, read the instructions and show her how to use it properly. Be aware that holiday gift wrapping, including paper and plastic bags, ribbons and bows, etc., can present choking or strangulation risks. Want to see more?
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