Safe Kids Central Ohio

04/23/2026

Interested in becoming a Certified Safe Sleep Ambassador? A Nursing CEU?
This is a free, virtual 1.5 hour long comprehensive training. You will learn about infant mortality in Franklin county and safe sleep recommendations for infants. Let's reduce sleep related infant death together! Click on the QR code to sign up!

04/16/2026

Garage sale season is here! While looking for bargains, remember that child car seats and booster seats should NOT be purchased (or sold).

The seats could have been in a crash, recalled, expired, missing labels, missing parts, or even cleaned incorrectly which can compromise the seat materials and how they react in a crash. Only use a second-hand seat if you trust that person with your child's life.

04/10/2026

Happy ❤️ ! Thanks to all the siblings out there that made road trips more fun!

04/08/2026

It's National Public Health Week! Thank you to all public health workers who help keep our communities safe, healthy, and thriving!

04/06/2026

⚠️RECALL ALERT⚠️Graco has announced a voluntary recall for select bases on infant seats. If you did not register your car seat when you purchased it find more information on affected products and how to receive a replacement base.

https://recalls.gracobaby.com/?fbclid=IwdGRleARAUMJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEemRJll-kXeyVdeo04N2ZoyjmT-poNEBJZ2HcMAs0r2uzINSussPdzmLfg1rg_aem_TBtOsih_-dqT4E8g3-A47w&utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demo0jh4vfms

Important safety notice for select Graco SnugRide Turn & Slide products. Verify affected model numbers and continue to recall registration.

04/01/2026

Don't be fooled by these car seat myths! Find out the truth about rear-facing, booster seat use, and more! Click here: https://saferide4kids.com/blog/car-seat-myths-busted/

03/27/2026

We know nighttime feedings can be exhausting, but bedsharing can increase the risk of sleep-related infant death, especially when parents are tired, smoke, or are under the influence. Using these tips to stay alert and returning baby to a crib after feedings can help reduce risks.

03/26/2026

Spring cleaning? If your deep clean includes your car seats, make sure to read the car seat manual for how to properly clean them. Some products may damage the car seat!

03/24/2026

Are your kid's car seat or booster seats on the list for spring cleaning? Don't just use any cleaning product! Some products may be harmful to your car seat/booster seat. Read the car seat manual or go to the manufacturer's website for how to properly clean your specific seat

03/23/2026

Happy spring! 🌼 Here's a handy to-do list this season. ⤵️

03/22/2026

Buckle Up With Brutus helps visualizing why kids should stay rear-facing in their car seat much easier. Rear-facing car seats help cradle the head and keeps the head, neck, and spine in line, reducing chance of serious injuries! Kids should stay rear-facing as long as possible, until they reach the height or weight limit of that stage.

03/18/2026

In observance of National Nutrition Month, Nourished from the Start emphasizes the significance of breastfeeding as the optimal, foundational source of nutrition for infants. The following benefits of human milk are particularly during the first six months of life.