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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.
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/
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19 MAR 2024 · Today we’re going to talk about poison prevention, the things our kids put in their mouths that are more than just “icky” – the things that could actually harm them. What are those products and how can we reduce the chances of our children coming across them? I’m guessing that if I asked you to count on one hand the number of times you’ve had to intercept your child as they were about to put something “icky” into their mouth, you couldn’t do it. Young kids are so curious and they explore the world around them by taste!
Key takeaways:
- Keep products that can be poisonous up high and locked. Children explore their environment by putting things in their mouths and don’t have the same “ick” reaction as an adult would.
- Some products that can be poisonous are obvious, like medications, cleaning products, while others like mouthwash you might not think about. Visit Parachute’s website for information about what products to watch out for - https://parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/poisoning/.
- Canada has a toll-free 24/7 number for poison centres. If you suspect a poisoning, call 1-844-POISON-X (1-844-764-7669). If you are located in Nunavut, contact your local health centre. If you are located in Québec, call 1-800-463-5060.
Guests:
Jayne Morrish, parent
Stephanie Krnician, parent
Stephanie Cowle, Director of Knowledge Translation, Parachute
Resources:
Parachute - https://parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/poisoning/
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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19 FEB 2024 · Season 2 of Popping the Bubble Wrap is returning on March 19, 2024, with more kitchen table chats with parents and safety experts. Are you the person in your family who worries about the safety of others, about buying safety products and using them? Then this is the podcast for you.
Join Pam Fuselli this season we’ll answer parents’ questions – and learn from each other – all while popping the myth that kids have to be bubble-wrapped to stay safe. This season, we’ll focus on products that prevent injuries – and also on products that can pose a hazard for kids. We’ll do a deep dive over a few episodes on car seats and booster seats, which are as effective as they are confusing! Other episodes will cover everything from safe storage to safe sleep, from hazard-free playtime to child-friendly décor.
Thanks to our funding partner, Amazon, for supporting this podcast. Join me, and parents like you. Let’s pop some bubble wrap together and learn more about better ways to keep your little one safe.
- Your kids can have fun without being bubble wrapped to be safe.
- Season 2 will share important information on products families use every day and what to look for when buying and using these products.
Hosted by Pam Fuselli, Popping the Bubble Wrap is a podcast of Parachute, Canada’s national injury prevention charity. We release episodes monthly. Visit us at parachute.ca and follow us on Instagram and Facebook at Parachute Canada. Don’t keep us a secret. Help other parents find this podcast by sharing the link to Popping the Bubble Wrap and take a second to submit a review – it really does help!
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.
show less
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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