Baby Basics By the Downers Grove Fire & Police Departments

Baby Basics Who we are Who are you, why are you here? To educate, not intimidate

History of Baby Basics Injury Prevention Coalition Fire Dept. Police Dept. County Health Dept. Local Hospitals

Injury Awareness/Prevention Understanding the dangers to your baby Traumatic Medical Take steps to eliminate hazards inside & outside of your home

Falls Head Injuries Fractures Dislocations Lacerations

Blunt injuries from heavy objects Loose furniture Book Shelves Dressers TV Tool box BBQ Grills

Burns from Scalding Water Bath Tubs & Showers Boiling water on the stove Coffee/Tea

Electrical Burns Outlets Appliance Cords

Thermal Burns Stove Fireplace Space Heaters Matches/Lighters Light bulbs

Chemical Burns Cabinet Locks Keep out of reach

Burns from the sun First 12 months keep out of direct sun Babies do not need a tan No lotion up to one year old

First aid Cool a burn Cover

Bleeding Pressure – add bandage & do not remove Elevate ICE No tourniquets

Drowning Bath tubs Pools Lakes/ponds/rivers 5 gallon buckets Toilets

Respiratory Suffocation SIDS Choking

Suffocation

SIDS Sudden Infant Death Syndrome is the sudden and unexplained death of a child less than 1 year old. For more information contact: SIDS Alliance

Choking Blind Cords Electrical Cords Rope Wire Bottles propped up Food Small objects

Shaken Baby Syndrome Never shake, bounce, toss or play roughly This can cause serious injuries … even death Work together

Seizures Febrile Seizures Caused from a fever “ too hot ” Cool the child down

Respiratory System Is the number 1 cause of cardiac arrest Children have strong/healthy hearts Children are nose breathers for the 1 st three months

Respiratory Illness Croup Upper Airway infection Produces a “ Seal-like ” bark Epiglottitis Caused by a swollen epiglottis Needs IMMEDIATE care

Allergic Reactions Signs and symptoms Food Medicine Lotions

Dehydration Fontanel is sunken in No Tears Dry Diaper

Poisonings Poisons, Medicines, & Plants Keep locked up Keep out of reach Keep in original containers Poison Control

Inside & Outside Hazards

Childproofing your home Danger Zone – crawl where the child can crawl to, on, and/or reach Outlets/Appliance Cords Cabinet Locks/Knob Covers Safety Gates Safe Zone

Crib Safety Keep the crib, bassinet or cradle away from windows, window cords and heaters Spaces between slats are 2 3/8 ” or narrower Snug mattress No pillow, cushions, stuffed animals or small toys

Fireplaces Doors Screens Gas Heaters Safe Zone

Walkers Stairs Child Gates Driveways

Pool Don ’ t let children out of your sight … even for a minute Be aware of other peoples pools, not just your own

Pets Seek medical attention for all dog bites Contact the police for vaccination information

Bikes, Roller Blades, & Scooters Helmets Pads

Children outside the home Never leave a child alone in a car … even for a minute Don ’ t allow your child to play in or around a car

Car Seats Lecture to follow by the Downers Grove Police Department

Family Safety Points

Fire Safety and Prevention Smoke Detectors Check Monthly Change the clocks/change the batteries Carbon Monoxide Detectors Types Placement

EDITH E Exit D Drills I InHave 2 ways out T The H Home

Recommended resources Good Samaritan CPR classes Consumer Product Safety Commission Recall Hotline Downers Grove Fire Public Education Website Poison Control Center

Keep your baby safe Understand the dangers Provide safe play areas Take steps to eliminate hazards Make your baby ’ s environment a source of learning & fun … not danger !

Questions ??? Thank you Marsha Giesler