Everyone falls…don’t they? Who hasn’t lost their footing or tripped? Toddlers and young children fall more often as they learn to crawl, walk, and run. It’s all part of developing cognitive and motor skills. But there are certain types of falls we want to prevent because they cause serious injuries and are sometimes fatal: We’re talking about falls out of windows or off balconies, and falls down stairs. There are ways to prevent these falls – without resorting to bubble-wrapping your kids. Find out how.
Joining Pam on this episode are Lillian, Jenn, and Justin as well as our expert Sandra Newton from Child Safety Link.
Falls are the leading cause of injury hospitalization.
Cover key points on preventing falls out windows and down stairs (and off change tables – before kids can crawl).
Tips for families to access safety devices like baby gates and how to use safety devices in rental spaces.  


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November is fall prevention month. Find key tips to prevent children’s falls at parachute.ca/childfalls .
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