10 Dangerous Baby Products You Should Be Aware Of

When you have a baby, you will need to invest in a list of products to take care of them the best possible way. Your baby was in your womb for nine whole months, and now that they are out in the world — it’s up to you to protect them and keep them safe. So, you might buy several baby products to make life easier for you and your child. However, when it comes to your kids, you must be extra careful about what you buy. Keep reading as we list down ten dangerous baby products that might be fatal for your infant:

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1. Baby Swings

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As an adult, you might love swings, so much so that you don’t mind sleeping in them. However, that’s not the best option for your baby. Babies can use swings under supervision when they’re awake, but it can become dangerous if they fall asleep in them. Their heads can flop forward and make it difficult for them to breathe, causing positional asphyxiation, which can be fatal. It can even lead to instant death (1).

2. Bumper Pads

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Every parent wants to give their babies a fancy-looking crib. You probably spend a lot of time painting and decorating the crib to make it perfect for your little one, keeping comfort and safety as a top priority. Using bumper pads can seem like a great idea because you want your baby to feel like they are sleeping on a bed of clouds. However, bumper pads can become hazardous by causing injury to infants (2).

3. Walkers

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It might be great to see your baby trying to walk with the help of a walker. Although they are fine to use, the walkers surrounding your baby with trays can be quite harmful. They were banned in Canada in 2004 after multiple infant injuries. Soon after, the USA followed suit. However, walkers are still available in other parts of the world and are a dangerous addition to your baby’s wellbeing.

4. Drop-Side Cribs

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Drop-side cribs have a sweet look, but that’s all that’s sweet about them. The movable sidebars can drop down unexpectedly, causing a serious risk of injury to your baby. Your little one can even roll off the crib in their sleep and fall to the ground, risking potential death. So, ensure your baby’s cribs do not have sidebars that can slide down easily.

5. Bath Seats

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Many parents love bath seats. It might make bathtime fun for your baby, especially if they are not a fan of water and all that splash. But the dangerous part about bath seats is that it lets parents believe that they can leave their baby unattended (even if it’s just for a few moments), which can put the little ones at grave risk of injury. There have been several incidents where babies have slipped, tipped over, or climbed out of the bath seats, hurting themselves in the process.

6. Sleep Positioners

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You might think that sleep positioners help keep your baby in the proper position when they are asleep. But that’s far from the truth. Sleep positioners may help keep your baby on their back, but when they turn over or even to their side, it can cause them to suffocate. Babies who are old enough to turn over (on their tummy and back) may change positions in their sleep, which is okay, as long as you’re around to ensure they get enough air to breathe.

7. Co-Sleeping Pads

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Many parents believe that co-sleeping with their baby is ideal. Studies show that co-sleeping with your newborn has several benefits, including easy breastfeeding, better sleep, and increased bonding (3). Therefore, parents who wish to share a bed with their baby might want to purchase co-sleeping pads. But they are not the best option and are unsafe for your baby.

8. Bedside Co-Sleepers

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While co-sleeping is a good option for some parents, there might not be enough space on the bed for an infant sometimes. So, parents opt for something called bedside co-sleepers. These crib-like products have only three sides enclosed and one side open (placed at the edge of the bed). The scary part about bedside co-sleepers is that they could slide away from the bed during the night and put your baby at risk of falling.

9. Humidifiers

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Humidifiers may feel like a perfect fit in your baby’s room to keep them warm and snug. But the reality is that they can do more harm than good. It can increase the room’s temperature to dangerous levels, especially when the baby is left unattended. Humidifiers are also breeding grounds for bacteria and minerals because the filters get dirty quickly and need frequent changes.

10. Baby Carriers

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Let’s be honest — a baby carrier can be a saving grace for parents with newborns. It can help you carry your baby without too much effort and prevent you from getting exhausted quickly. They are practical and easy to use too. However, baby carriers are tricky and can cause harm if your baby is not positioned correctly.

There you have it, folks! These are the top ten most dangerous baby products that you should steer clear of. They might make your life easier, but they are high-risk products and can do your baby more harm than good! Did you know the dangers of these products? Have you used any of them? Let us know in the comments below!

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