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participate.

Do more than care:
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Do more than believe:
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Do more than be fair:
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Do more than forgive:
forget.

Do more than dream:
work."

     - William Arthur Ward

Gift-Giving Guide for Parents

Are you having trouble coming up with gift ideas for a special little one? Peruse our gift-giving index for inspiration. Whether it’s the holiday season, your little tyke’s birthday or an event for family or friends, our list of suggestions is sure to fuel the fires of your imagination.

 

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Current Product Recalls

  • US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent Recalls and Product Safety News
    Recalls and product safety news from CPSC
    Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:20:00 GMT

    1. Gerber Legendary Blades Recalls Machetes Due to Laceration Hazard
      The saw side of the machete can stick in wood during use, and if the user's hand slips off the handle and slides forward across the machete blade, this poses a laceration hazard.
      Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:20:00 GMT
    2. Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades by Ethan Allen
      Strangulation can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the shade or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck. Also, strangulation can occur when a child's neck become entangled on the free-standing loop.
      Thu, 04 Mar 2010 19:50:00 GMT
    3. LELE & Company Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirt Sets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard
      The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to young children.
      Wed, 03 Mar 2010 20:30:00 GMT
    4. Outdoor Lighting Fixtures Recalled by American Electric Lighting Due to Shock Hazard
      Improper wiring in the light fixtures poses a shock hazard to consumers.
      Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:30:00 GMT
    5. Children's Bracelets Recalled by Chandigarh Fashion Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
      The surface coating on the bracelets contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
      Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:30:00 GMT
    6. Boys' Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by Ten West Apparel Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold at Burlington Coat Factory
      The children's jackets have drawstrings through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
      Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:30:00 GMT
    7. Daiso To Pay $2 Million Civil Penalty for Violations of Federal Safety Laws and Must Stop Importing Children's Products and Toys Into U.S.
      The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today that Daiso Holding USA Inc., Daiso Seattle LLC, of Seattle, Wash. and Daiso California LLC, of Hayward, Calif. have agreed to pay a $2.05 million civil penalty and stop importing children's products and toys into the United States. Due to alleged violations of federal safety laws, the company must now demonstrate to the Commission that it has sufficient knowledge of and is in compliance with CPSC safety standards and testing requirements.
      Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:40:00 GMT
    8. Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades and Roll-Up Blinds by Meijer
      Roll-up Blinds-Strangulations can occur if the lifting loops slide off the side of the blind and a child's neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop or if a child places his/her neck between the lifting loop and the roll-up blind material. Roman Shades-Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck.
      Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:20:00 GMT
    9. Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades by Lutron Electronics
      Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck. Also, in manual Roman shades, strangulations can also occur if the shade's looped bead chain is not attached to the wall or to the floor and a child's neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop.
      Tue, 02 Mar 2010 20:45:00 GMT
    10. Children's Fork and Spoon Sets Recalled by Peachtree Playthings Due to Choking Hazard; Sold at Dollar Tree and Deals
      The middle two prongs of the plastic fork can detach, posing a choking hazard to children.
      Tue, 02 Mar 2010 20:45:00 GMT
    11. Commercial Ice Cube Machines Recalled by Scotsman Due to Fire Hazard
      The solenoid, an electrical component in the product, can fail and result in an electrical arc that can pose a fire hazard.
      Thu, 25 Feb 2010 18:00:00 GMT
    12. Climate Control Footrests Recalled by Fellowes Due to Fire Hazard
      The footrest's fan can become blocked and overheat when used in the upright position, posing a fire hazard.
      Thu, 25 Feb 2010 18:00:00 GMT
    13. Sportime Recalls Children's Floor Hockey Sets Due to Lead Paint Hazard
      The surface coating on the boards, which are assembled together to form the floor hockey playing-field, contain excessive levels of lead violating the federal lead paint standard.
      Thu, 25 Feb 2010 18:00:00 GMT
    14. Bristol Model and Martha Stewart Collection(r) Enameled Steel Tea Kettles Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
      The handle on the tea kettle can come loose, posing a burn hazard to the consumer.
      Tue, 23 Feb 2010 19:40:00 GMT