With shorter days and colder weather, you and the children are probably spending more time inside the house. Please be sure that the house is "childproof" with these simple tips:

• Children are curious; many small children put everything into their mouths. Be sure no small objects are within the child's reach.
  
• Plastic bags, long cords and very soft pillows can be dangerous to children.
  
• If a toy gets broken and has sharp edges, keep it away from children!
• Be sure that laundry soap and other cleaners are out of reach of the children.
• Don't leave any medicines in reach of children, not even vitamins.
• Keep scissors and knives out of reach.
• Store the toys that belong to older children out of reach of babies and toddlers.
• Many cosmetic items and toiletries, such as mouthwash, perfume, nail polish, and hair spray, are poisonous. Keep them out of children's reach.