{"id":5972,"date":"2024-01-17T16:44:58","date_gmt":"2024-01-17T14:44:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/moga.hesed.bg\/?p=5972"},"modified":"2024-04-23T11:55:45","modified_gmt":"2024-04-23T08:55:45","slug":"kak-da-osigurim-bezopasnostta-na-bebeto-i-deteto","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moga.hesed.bg\/en\/kak-da-osigurim-bezopasnostta-na-bebeto-i-deteto\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Ensure the Safety of Your Baby and Child"},"content":{"rendered":"

It's well-known that small children love to touch and explore everything. Their curiosity, lack of motor skills, and poor risk judgment often lead to accidents. Just a moment of inattention on our part can have serious consequences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That's why in this article, we'll discuss how to protect babies and children from severe injuries<\/strong>. Of course, childhood inevitably involves bruises and scrapes, and we shouldn't keep children under a glass dome. However, in some cases, injuries can be genuinely dangerous, and it's extremely important to take all necessary precautions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Safety for Infants <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Even though your baby may stay in one spot in the beginning, there are still risky situations to watch out for. Here are the basic safety rules for this age:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u274c<\/a> Never shake the baby.<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

This can cause serious head and neck trauma<\/strong> and long-term physical and mental development problems. Always support the newborn's head when lifting and carrying them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u274c<\/a> Never leave the baby unattended on the changing table<\/strong>.<\/h5>\n\n\n
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One of the leading causes of injuries in infants is accidental falls from high surfaces<\/strong> like the changing table, bed, or other unsecured furniture. Even if the baby isn\u2019t consciously rolling over yet, don\u2019t underestimate their mobility\u2014they can make a sudden movement and surprise you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the baby falls from a height greater than 1 meter, or if you have the slightest doubt something is wrong, take them to the emergency room. In the next 24-48 hours, watch for symptoms of more serious injury, such as vomiting, increased drowsiness, irritability, swelling at the injury site, abnormal breathing, or unusual body or eye movements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u274c<\/a> Never leave the baby unattended during bath time<\/strong>.<\/h5>\n\n\n
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A baby can drown <\/strong>in very shallow water, even just a few centimeters. So, never leave them alone in the bath. If someone rings the doorbell, don\u2019t rush to answer\u2014either drain the water or take the baby with you. It only takes a minute for drowning to occur. Toilets, buckets, and tubs full of water are also dangerous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When outside always supervise the baby\/child near fountains, ponds, or other bodies of water. In many countries, drowning is a leading cause of death in young children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u274c<\/a> Don\u2019t put the baby to sleep on their tummy.<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n
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This has been proven to increase the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), when the baby suddenly stops breathing while sleeping. Current recommendations are for babies to sleep on their backs, though in Bulgaria, some specialists also recommend side-sleeping with alternating sides. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To ensure safe sleep for the baby, place them in your bedroom but in their own crib. Co-sleeping in the same bed is risky, especially if you\u2019ve consumed alcohol, drugs, or are extremely tired. Another risk factor is smoking<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Passive or second-hand smoking and even vaping impair the baby\u2019s breathing, heart rate, and growth.<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Use a firm mattress, without pillows, stuffed toys, or blankets around the baby\u2019s head. There should be no strings, including hanging toys, within reach, as they pose a strangulation risk<\/strong>. Don\u2019t overheat the baby. Pediatricians recommend keeping the room temperature around 20\u00b0C during sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can find more information about newborn care here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Essential newborn care (part 1): Feeding and sleep<\/a><\/blockquote>