Cause For Alarm?

Having a baby is a joyous occasion. While many new and expecting parents think about the nursery colors, clothing and car seats, how many think about ways to safeguard their house against fire? A recent survey of more than 400 new and expectant parents revealed that fire safety isn’t even one of their top three concerns when preparing for a child, even though statistics show it should be. While the average parent, according to the survey conducted by Kelton Research, spends about $915 on baby clothing, supplies, toys and decor, they only spend about $236 to baby-proof their home. And when parents do think about safety, they do not cover everything-most don’t think to buy more carbon monoxide detectors and smoke alarms and nearly 78% have never conducted a home fire drill. In this segment, Angela Mickalide of the Home Safety Council will guide you through necessary steps for a childproof, especially fire-safe and happy home and touch upon some of the findings from the survey. From fire safety to poison and fall prevention, Angela will give you, whether you’re already parents, are expecting or planning, the advice that you need for a safe and happy home. More about Dr. Angela Mickalide: Dr. Mickalide brings more than 20 years of health education experience to the Home Safety Council. During her tenure at SAFE KIDS, she led the organization’s childhood injury prevention programs addressing traffic injuries, fires and burns, drowning, falls, airway obstruction and poisoning. Prior to joining SAFE KIDS, Mickalide worked at the federal Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, U.S. Public Health Service in Washington, DC. An active member of the public health and injury prevention community, Mickalide has published numerous articles, book chapters and research reports, as well as delivered numerous keynote presentations. She also serves on the editorial boards of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine and Health Promotion Practice and is currently the Secretary of the Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE). She was recently selected to participate as a fellow in the Public Health Education Leadership Institute (PHELI). https://videos.whiteblox.com/gnb/secure/player.aspx?sid=34979