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Babies could be at risk in the one room you thought was safe... the nursery!
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A number of cribs and changing tables commonly sold at retail outlets contain unhealthy levels of formaldehyde, a consumer advocacy group reported yesterday.
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Report warns of toxins - Baltimore Examiner (new window)
Freshly painted walls, a new crib and a new changing table could have parents unwittingly exposing their infants to breathing problems, according to a new report announced by the Maryland Public Interest Research Group.
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From lead toy scares to baby bottle issues, being a parent these days means you can’t trust that what’s for sale is always safe. ABC2 News Joce Sterman tells us about another hazard that’s been lurking in a product for kids.
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Maryland Doesn't Play Around With Toy Safety - Southern Maryland Online (new window)
Maryland state and national lawmakers are leading efforts to get the lead and other toxins out of children's playthings.
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