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Button batteries send about 2,800 kids to ERs each year

Walkers, toys and baby swings can become dangerous without supervision

Experts say active adult supervision matters even in a 'baby-proofed' home

FRIDAY, Nov. 7, 2025 (HealthDay News) — You may think your home is safe once the outlet covers are in, the baby gates are locked and the sharp corners are padded, but some of the biggest dangers to babies and toddlers aren’t the ones parents can see.

They’re hiding in everyday toys, remotes and baby gear most families use every day.

Even the most prepared parents may not realize the hazards that live in their homes, said Emmy Sasala , trauma prevention coordinator at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

“The overarching theme, especially with

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