SEPTEMBER IS BABY SAFETY MONTH

Sponsored annually by the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA), Baby Safety Month is a month-long education campaign dedicated to increasing consumer awareness of safety issues surrounding the safe use and selection of juvenile products.

This year, JPMA is helping educate parents and caregivers on the importance of safely using wearable infant products including soft infant carriers, frame carriers, and slings.

Wearable infant products continue to grow in popularity with parents and caregivers. A carrier or sling provides comfort and security for the baby while allowing mom or dad some hands-free freedom.

Raising a bundle of joy takes care and knowledge to ensure the first years are happy and healthy. It’s important to know how to properly use wearable infant products, including cautiously following product instructions and using keenly attuned instincts when caring for baby at all times.

There is an abundance of material available today for parents and caregivers looking for safety information regarding juvenile products. This year’s Baby Safety Month campaign and the information contained on the special Web site provide insight into the safe selection and use of wearable infant products.

Parents and caregivers are encouraged to read through the safety tips and learn how you can Carry With Care!

Baby Safety Month started in 1983 when JPMA initiated “Expectant Mother’s Day.”  In 1986, it was extended to a week long celebration, until 1991, when JPMA sponsored the first “Baby Safety Awareness Month.”  Since then, every September has been designated as Baby Safety Month.