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

1-800-221-7437 www.sidsalliance.org

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 1st

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

1-800-222-1222

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

EExit

DDrills

IIn Have 2 ways out

TThe

HHome

Recommended resources

Good Samaritan CPR classes Consumer Product Safety Commission Recall

Hotline Downers Grove Fire Public Education Website Poison Control Center

Keep your baby safeUnderstand 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 Giesler1.630.434-5986