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We know you’re the Household Safety officer in your home. The parent or guardian who’s constantly worried about things like buckling the kids into the car seat properly, slips and...
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We know you’re the Household Safety officer in your home. The parent or guardian who’s constantly worried about things like buckling the kids into the car seat properly, slips and falls, playground hazards and all the other stuff that goes into keeping your family safe and healthy.
But you don’t want your kids to live in bubble wrap! You want to manage the risks and hazards so you can feel peace of mind and so your family can engage in safe play and fun. This podcast is all about Popping the Bubble Wrap. We’ll bring you conversations from ‘the kitchen table’ with Canadian parents just like you, as we share, learn and laugh all about being safe at play, on the move and at home.
Hosted by Pamela Fuselli of Parachute Canada and produced by Story Studio Network.
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But you don’t want your kids to live in bubble wrap! You want to manage the risks and hazards so you can feel peace of mind and so your family can engage in safe play and fun. This podcast is all about Popping the Bubble Wrap. We’ll bring you conversations from ‘the kitchen table’ with Canadian parents just like you, as we share, learn and laugh all about being safe at play, on the move and at home.
Hosted by Pamela Fuselli of Parachute Canada and produced by Story Studio Network.
19 NOV 2024 · The holiday season is upon us once again! Wish lists in hand, you wander the toy aisles searching for the gifts that will bring a smile to your kids’ faces. You might be thinking about safety – trying to assess which of the many options will be appropriate and fun. Maybe you have older children as well. Or you’re buying for family members. How do you buy for different ages? Why do age recommendations matter? What products and product parts should you watch out for? In today’s episode we’ll answer these questions and more so that you can feel confident shopping this holiday season.
Key takeaways:
- Age recommendations on products, such as toys, are not related to your child’s abilities but rather to the small parts that are dangerous for younger children. Toys recommended for older children have pieces that are small and can be a choking hazard for younger children.
- Button batteries are very dangerous if swallowed and they are found in everything from toys and greeting cards to remote controls and hearing aids. If you suspect or know your child has swallowed a button battery, it is an emergency. Take them to the hospital immediately and give them a small amount of honey to help coat the battery to prevent it from leaking and burning the esophagus.
- An easy way to check if an item is a choking hazard is to use a toilet paper tube – if the item fits through the tube, it’s a choking hazard.
Guests:
Leslie Bangamba, parent
Dave Trafford, grandparent & SSN Chief Executive Producer
Kirstin Weerdenburg, Director of Pediatric Emergency Ultrasound Research & QA, IWK Health Centre
Resources:
- For more information, visit https://parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/home-safety/aound-the-house/
- Watch https://youtu.be/2v4h1JD5gOs?si=fvbS6KpzWZoO3YBc, the documentary about Leslie’s daughter Amélie, who ingested a button battery.
Popping the Bubble Wrap is a podcast of Parachute, Canada’s national injury prevention charity. We release episodes monthly. Visit us at https://parachute.ca/en/ and follow us on https://www.instagram.com/parachutecanada/?hl=en and https://www.facebook.com/parachutecanada/ at Parachute Canada.
Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by http://www.storystudionetwork.com/.
5 NOV 2024 · Did you know that 20% of your TikTok feed is highly likely to contain misinformation? That’s one in every five TikToks you watch! In our world today, it’s so easy to rely on social media, such as Instagram and TikTok, as sources for information – including information that impacts our health and wellbeing. The important thing to keep in mind: advice can sound good, but it can actually be harmful. In today’s bonus episode, we’re joined again by Dr. Natasha Collia (aka "Dr. Tash") to take a pause, and talk about how to know who to trust, about information and misinformation, and some key questions to ask yourself when you see advice online.
Key takeaways:
- Be aware of the source of information online. Ask questions like “What are their qualifications?”, “Who are they representing?”, “Does the information sound too good to be true?”. Pay special attention to posts pushing and selling products or sounding like an infomercial.
- Canada and the United States don’t always have the same regulations or approvals. Check if a product is legal to be sold and used in Canada.
- Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval and FDA review are NOT the same thing. Approval means the product has been through testing and approved for use. Review means the product has been looked at by the FDA but not (yet) approved.
Guest:
Dr. Natasha Collia ("Dr. Tash") - Pediatric Emergency Medicine Doctor and Simulation Educator at SickKids
Follow Dr. Tash on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dr.tash.official/?hl=en
For more information, visit http://www.parachute.ca/
Other sources of information:
Health Canada - https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/consumer-product-safety.html
Consumer Product Safety Commission - https://www.cpsc.gov/
Food & Drug Administration (FDA) - https://www.fda.gov/
Popping the Bubble Wrap is a podcast of Parachute, Canada’s national injury prevention charity. We release episodes monthly. Visit us at https://parachute.ca/en/ and follow us on https://www.instagram.com/parachutecanada/?hl=en and https://www.facebook.com/parachutecanada/ at Parachute Canada.
Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by https://storystudionetwork.com/.
15 OCT 2024 · By this point, you’re well into the journey of car seat safety for your child. You’ve wrangled rear-facing and forward-facing car seats into the car and your child into those seats. Well done! We have just one final stage left to take on: the booster seat. So, what are the special considerations you need to be aware of when it comes to booster seats? Since they look different from other seats, how do they work? Where should you install them? When is your child ready to move into a booster seat? Today we’re going to talk about it all: everything you need to know about selecting, installing, and using a booster seat.
Key takeaways:
- Not all car seats fit all cars or kids. Some seats even fit differently between seats in one car, for example, the seat may be okay in the back middle seat, but not the seats on either side. Check out the fit in each of the seating positions to get the right fit.
- The lap and shoulder belts must be used every time with booster seats. Using lap belts only can cause severe abdominal injuries. Note: booster seats should not be used on airplanes for this reason.
- In addition to finding the right fit, your child’s maturity is also key in choosing whether to move from a high-back booster seat to a low back booster seat or having your child ride in their booster seat in the front seat when needed.
Guests:
Alva Bourque, parent
Jayne Morrish, parent
Katherine Hutka, President of the Child Passenger Safety Association of Canada
For more information, visit https://parachute.ca/en/.
Other sources of information:
https://tc.canada.ca/en/road-transportation/child-car-seat-safety – Child car seat safety
https://childsafetylink.ca/car-seat-safety – Child Safety Link is an IWK Health program that’s committed to reducing the rate and severity of unintentional injuries to children and youth in the Maritimes. Find information on car seats in multiple languages.
https://www.cpsac.org/ – Child Passenger Safety Association of Canada is a national, not-for-profit corporation that promotes child passenger safety through public education, advocacy and training.
https://safebeginnings.ca/main/ – Safe Beginnings is a North American leader in baby and toddler safety courses, content and resources.
Car Seat Manufacturers – All car seat manufacturers provide information on their products. Check out their websites and manuals.
Popping the Bubble Wrap is a podcast of Parachute, Canada’s national injury prevention charity. We release episodes monthly. Visit us at https://parachute.ca/en/ and follow us on https://www.instagram.com/parachutecanada/?hl=en and https://www.facebook.com/parachutecanada/ at Parachute Canada.
Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by http://www.storystudionetwork.com/.
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17 SEP 2024 · So, you’ve kept your little one rear-facing for as long as possible, and it’s time to move to forward to a forward-facing car seat. Deep breath! You’ve already done it once: choosing the right car seat for your vehicle and your child. On this episode, we’re tackling the forward-facing car seat. When is your child ready to turn forward-facing? Are there any special considerations you need to be aware of when it comes to forward-facing car seats? And how do you use it correctly (e.g. can your child wear a snow suit in a forward-facing car seat)? Today, everything you need to know about selecting, installing, and using a forward-facing car seat.
Key takeaways:
- Keep your children in their forward-facing car seat for as long as possible. Moving too quickly into a booster seat is dangerous.
- Pay attention to the correct setup of the forward-facing car seat, including the harness positioning against the shoulder, the top tether being anchored to the vehicle and selecting the correct belt path on convertible car seats.
- Bulky snowsuits and sports equipment can compromise the safety of your child when riding forward-facing. Use thinner clothing such as wools and fleeces or use blankets over the car seat strapping as alternatives.
Guests:
Erin MacDonald, parent
Holly Choi, Vice President of the Child Passenger Safety Association of Canada
For more information, visit https://parachute.ca/en/.
Other sources of information:
- https://tc.canada.ca/en/road-transportation/child-car-seat-safety
- https://childsafetylink.ca/car-seat-safety - Child Safety Link is an IWK Health program that’s committed to reducing the rate and severity of unintentional injuries to children and youth in the Maritimes. Find information on car seats in multiple languages.
- https://www.cpsac.org - The Child Passenger Safety Association of Canada is a national, not-for-profit corporation that promotes child passenger safety through public education, advocacy and training.
- Car Seat Manufacturers - All car seat manufacturers provide information on their products. Check out their websites and manuals.
Popping the Bubble Wrap is a podcast of Parachute, Canada’s national injury prevention charity. We release episodes monthly. Visit us at https://parachute.ca/en/ and follow us on https://www.instagram.com/parachutecanada/?hl=en and https://www.facebook.com/parachutecanada/ at Parachute Canada.
Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by http://www.storystudionetwork.com/.
20 AUG 2024 · Car seats: we know they’re important for our baby’s safety but one trip down a shopping aisle filled with them, or scrolling through an online store, can be confusing and frustrating. The first car seat you’ll need after your child is born is rear facing, which is what’s recommended for infants and younger children. But what kind? How do you install it? How long do you keep using it? Why is rear facing best? What are the laws? Today, we’re going to talk it through: everything you need to know about selecting, installing and using a rear-facing car seat.
Joining the podcast for the conversation are parents Katie Pereira and Jessica Hetherington, as well as our expert, Katherine Hutka, President of the Child Passenger Safety Association of Canada.
Key takeaways:
- Rear-facing car seats are safest in a crash because the seat cradles and protects the head, neck and spine.
- Not all car seats fit in all cars. When buying a rear-facing seat, check the fit of the seat in your car as well as the fit of your child in the seat.
- Buying, installing and using a rear-facing car seat is not simple. Don’t get discouraged! There are places to find credible information and support.
For more information on rear facing car seats and other child passenger safety information, visit https://parachute.ca/en/.
Other sources of information:
- https://childsafetylink.ca/car-seat-safety – Child Safety Link is an IWK Health program that’s committed to reducing the rate and severity of unintentional injuries to children and youth in the Maritimes. Find information on car seats in multiple languages.
- https://www.cpsac.org/ – The Child Passenger Safety Association of Canada is a national, not-for-profit corporation that promotes child passenger safety through public education, advocacy and training.
- Car Seat Manufacturers – All car seat manufacturers provide information on their products. Check out their websites and manuals.
- https://safebeginnings.ca/main/ – Safe Beginnings is a North American leader in baby and toddler safety courses, content and resources.
Popping the Bubble Wrap is a podcast of Parachute, Canada’s national injury prevention charity. We release episodes monthly. Visit us at https://parachute.ca/en/ and follow us on https://www.instagram.com/parachutecanada/?hl=en and https://www.facebook.com/parachutecanada/ at Parachute Canada.
Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by http://www.storystudionetwork.com/.
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16 JUL 2024 · It’s one of those milestones that we don’t want to miss – the moment our toddler takes their first steps. It’s such a special moment. All at once, the world is theirs to discover! And suddenly, your home looks a lot different than it did only moments before – your home looks like a maze of hazards and potential injuries for your newly mobile little one. Today we’re going to talk about it. What exactly in your home environment do you need to be worried about, and how can you make it a safe space for your wandering tot to explore and learn.
Key takeaways:
- Use baby-gates, bedrails and cabinet locks to limit your child’s unsupervised access to hazardous areas of the home. Mount tall furniture to the wall to prevent toppling and crush injuries.
- Get down to your child’s level and look for hazards from their perspective. A pot handle hanging over the edge of the stove, for example, may attract them.
- Give yourself grace as a parent for mistakes that lead to injury. The best you can do is anticipate hazards, be informed and take steps to prevent injury as much as possible.
Guests:
Breanne Harmon, parent
Lillian Chan, parent
Dr. Natasha Collia, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Doctor and Simulation Educator at SickKids
Popping the Bubble Wrap is a podcast of Parachute, Canada’s national injury prevention charity. We release episodes monthly. Visit us at https://parachute.ca/en/ and follow us on https://www.instagram.com/parachutecanada/?hl=en and https://www.facebook.com/parachutecanada/ at Parachute Canada.
Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by http://www.storystudionetwork.com/.
18 JUN 2024 · On this episode, we’re going to talk about what types of products are out there that can keep our kids safe during sleep, and what might be out there that might be more risky than beneficial. Joining us today for the conversation are parents Erica Stone and Scott Beaudin, and our expert, Dr. Daniel Rosenfield, Paediatric Emergency Physician with SickKids and specialist in child injury prevention.
Key takeaways:
- Less is good - a safe sleeping environment is free from bumper pads, pillows, plush toys.
- There are a lot of products on the market that claim to help with sleep that have not necessarily been scientifically researched – data cited are often marketing-based, not clinical research-based. Most are harmless but some can be dangerous, such as weighted blankets for babies.
- Keep your baby’s arms free during sleep and avoid adding unnecessary risks to the home sleep setup such as tall beds or hats.
Guests:
Erica Stone, parent
Scott Beaudin, parent
Dr. Daniel Rosenfield, Paediatric Emergency Physician with SickKids and specialist in child injury prevention
For more information, visit http://www.parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/home-safety/safe-sleep/.
Popping the Bubble Wrap is a podcast of Parachute, Canada’s national injury prevention charity. We release episodes monthly. Visit us at https://parachute.ca/en/ and follow us on https://www.instagram.com/parachutecanada/?hl=en and https://www.facebook.com/parachutecanada/ at Parachute Canada.
Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by Story Studio Network. http://www.storystudionetwork.com/
11 JUN 2024 · The Canadian Paediatric Society recently released a position statement on outdoor risky play that recognizes that risky play is essential to children’s development, and physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. You might think that injury prevention and encouraging risky play don’t go together but they do!
Key takeaways:
- There is a difference between a risk and a hazard. A risk is thrilling and exciting play, where kids are engaged with uncertainty and there is a chance of physical injury - think back to your favourite childhood memories. A hazard is something that could cause serious injury or death, such as broken equipment, broken glass or needles. Luckily these are very rare occurrences. Risks and hazards can be age or ability specific, and therefore can change over time.
- As safe as necessary, not as safe as possible. Let children take the lead, give children the choice, trust them to make good decisions, and to manage the risk on their own.
- Physicians and other medical professionals are a trusted source of information for parents. The Canadian Paediatric Society’s Injury Prevention Committee statement provides best practice information to physicians to be able to support parents in balancing and encouraging physical activity – risky play.
For more information, visit https://parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/playgrounds-and-play-spaces/
Guests:
Dr. Suzanne Beno*, a Paediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist and Medical Co-Director for Trauma at The Hospital for Sick Children;
Dr. Émilie Beaulieu*, a General Pediatrician at the CHU du Quebec and an Assistant Professor at the Department of Paediatrics at Laval University;
Dr. Mariana Brussoni, lead of the Outside Play Lab and Director of the Human Early Learning Partnership at the University of British Columbia
*Lead authors of the Canadian Paediatric Society’s statement on Risky Play:
Canadian Paediatric Society, Position Statement, Healthy childhood development through outdoor risky play: Navigating the balance with injury prevention https://cps.ca/en/documents/position/outdoor-risky-play
Popping the Bubble Wrap is a podcast of Parachute, Canada’s national injury prevention charity. We release episodes monthly. Visit us at https://parachute.ca/en/ and follow us on https://www.instagram.com/parachutecanada/?hl=en and https://www.facebook.com/parachutecanada/ at Parachute Canada.
Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by Story Studio Network. http://www.storystudionetwork.com/
21 MAY 2024 · Ever wonder what the warranty card is for, if you should fill it out and send it back? Would you be surprised to learn that not every product you buy has already been tested for safety? And what are those age recommendations on toys actually for? Today, we’re diving into the sometimes-confusing world of consumer product safety - standards and recalls – like where to find information and how to report an issue - as they relate to child products.
Key takeaways:
- Not every product you buy in Canada is tested for safety before it is sold. Check to see if a product has a standard and, if so, the one you’ve purchased meets that standard.
- Be cautious when buying, accepting, sharing or disposing of second-hand products. Check that the product: is in good condition; has labels that will tell you what standard the product meets (if applicable); has an expiry date or manufacture date; and has not been recalled.
Health Canada has information on products that have been recalled as well as a place to report injuries and/or concerns with a product. To check if a product has been recalled, visit https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en. To report an injury form or concern with a product, visit https://www.canada.ca/en/services/health/report-health-safety-concern.html.
Guests:
Matt Aymar, parent
Jenn Farrant, parent
Kavinda Senanayake, Inspector, Consumer Product Safety Program, Health Canada
Popping the Bubble Wrap is a podcast of Parachute, Canada’s national injury prevention charity. We release episodes monthly. Visit us at https://parachute.ca/en/ and follow us on https://www.instagram.com/parachutecanada/?hl=en and https://www.facebook.com/parachutecanada/ at Parachute Canada.
Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by Story Studio Network. http://www.storystudionetwork.com/
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16 APR 2024 · Wiping the sweat from your brow, you let out a sigh of relief. Finally, the crib is assembled and ready for baby – due any day now! You’ve put together the changing table; you’ve got the diapers and the tiny onesies. So close to being prepared for the little one to arrive! Just one last task to take care of – buying a car seat and getting it installed for the ride home from the hospital. You’ve been avoiding this because between knowing what type of car seat your infant will need, understanding Canada’s car seat laws and figuring out how to install the darn thing, navigating the world of car seats is no small feat. New and expecting parents, rest at ease! Today, we’re going to talk it through – everything you need to know about selecting and installing a car seat to get your infant safely home from the hospital.
Choose a car seat that:
- Fits your child
- Fits your vehicle
- You can use correctly every time
- Fits your budget – all car seats sold in Canada must meet safety standards
Guests:
Beth Culotta, parent
Shazya Karmali, parent
Holly Choi, Vice President of the Child Passenger Safety Association of Canada - Instagram https://www.instagram.com/safebeginnings/?hl=en
Parachute - https://parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/car-seats/
Transport Canada - https://tc.canada.ca/en/road-transportation/child-car-seat-safety
Child Passenger Safety Association of Canada - https://www.cpsac.org/
Popping the Bubble Wrap is a podcast of Parachute, Canada’s national injury prevention charity. We release episodes monthly. Visit us at https://parachute.ca/en/ and follow us on https://www.instagram.com/parachutecanada/?hl=en and https://www.facebook.com/parachutecanada/ at Parachute Canada.
Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by Story Studio Network. http://www.storystudionetwork.com/
We know you’re the Household Safety officer in your home. The parent or guardian who’s constantly worried about things like buckling the kids into the car seat properly, slips and...
show more
We know you’re the Household Safety officer in your home. The parent or guardian who’s constantly worried about things like buckling the kids into the car seat properly, slips and falls, playground hazards and all the other stuff that goes into keeping your family safe and healthy.
But you don’t want your kids to live in bubble wrap! You want to manage the risks and hazards so you can feel peace of mind and so your family can engage in safe play and fun. This podcast is all about Popping the Bubble Wrap. We’ll bring you conversations from ‘the kitchen table’ with Canadian parents just like you, as we share, learn and laugh all about being safe at play, on the move and at home.
Hosted by Pamela Fuselli of Parachute Canada and produced by Story Studio Network.
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But you don’t want your kids to live in bubble wrap! You want to manage the risks and hazards so you can feel peace of mind and so your family can engage in safe play and fun. This podcast is all about Popping the Bubble Wrap. We’ll bring you conversations from ‘the kitchen table’ with Canadian parents just like you, as we share, learn and laugh all about being safe at play, on the move and at home.
Hosted by Pamela Fuselli of Parachute Canada and produced by Story Studio Network.
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