During the past twenty years, the standards that have been laid out for child safety equipment has been set by the Consumer Product Safety Commission. They have taken an active role in preventing child injuries and even death when it comes to consumer products that cater to children's needs.

The following five tips are designed to help you better maintain your child's safety if he is at the age where he needs to sit in a highchair:  

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The importance of play for babies’ development has been well documented. Parents want to do what’s best for their babies and try to select activities that will encourage development. This can be confusing. Two common questions asked by parents: How much time should I spend playing with my baby and what should we play?

Parents often wonder how they should play with the baby. In the beginning, play will involve interacting with the baby. Talking and cooing to the baby are natural and a great way to interact socially with your baby. At first, you will be doing all the “talking”. Your baby will reward you with a smile and will begin to make vocal sounds back to you at around three months of age.

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by Patricia Hughes

A common expression in the field of child development tells us that play is the work of the child. This really is true. From a young age, babies learn about their environment through play. Play enhances your baby’s social, cognitive and physical development. Observe your baby during play time. You will be amazed at all he is learning during a very simple game.

Your baby learns about the world through play. Babies use all five senses when playing to learn about the world around them. When playing with your child or selecting playthings, consider how each of the five senses can be used to explore the toy or play the game. They love to explore different textures and hear the sounds objects make. Most parents of babies will tell you they absolutely love to taste everything they touch.

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