Also, keep all pant drawstrings to three inches or less . . . Or, remove them altogether. You can replace drawstrings with elastic, velcro or snap buttons. This is a coat similar to what Ben had on, with a string at the bottom. Peggy now inspects all of her childrens' clothing, and hopes other parents will too.
Experts also caution parents to be weary of scarves, bicycle helmets, book bags, and even necklaces.
These items could also pose a strangulation hazard if they get caught around something.