However, what seems to be harmless fun could result in a serious injury. Due to tough government regulations, most toys on the market today are safe. Still, thousands of children suffer toy-related injuries every year. By knowing what to look for when buying toys and practicing a few simple ideas for safe use, you can often prevent problems before they occur. Your Child's Play Injuries can happen despite your best efforts to choose the safest toy for your child.
Supervision is the best way to prevent injuries.
Keep all toys with small parts away from your young child until she learns not to put them in her mouth, usually by about the age of 5 years. Do not allow your child to play with a toy that was intended for an older child. Watch older children too, as they might put things in a smaller child's mouth. Keep uninflated and broken balloons away from children of all ages, as they are a serious choking hazard. When a child tries to inflate a balloon, he can easily inhale it.