Your neighborhood’s playground can be a bonanza for walking, running, climbing and jumping toddlers. Stay close by as your toddler plays and follow these safety precautions: -
Make sure your child uses toddler-safe swings (with close supervision). -
Check metal surfaces to make sure they aren’t hot enough to burn your child. -
Avoid equipment like see-saws and jungle gyms, which—while tempting for toddlers—require more advanced motor skills than they possess. | | | | Choosing a Safe Playground Before you let your toddler head off to explore and play, take a good look at the playground. Evaluate it for the following: -
Points or corners that can cause injury. -
Cargo nets or openings wide enough to stick heads or limbs through. -
Tripping hazards, such as ropes, cables, tree roots and rocks. -
Equipment that is not secured to the ground. -
A ground surface that is not soft enough to offer some cushioning. If it doesn’t appear safe, find another play space. | | | | Disclaimer: This page is not intended to provide medical advice about your child. Always seek the advice of a physician, qualified healthcare provider or child-development specialist with any questions you have about your child's health, medical condition or development. Never disregard, avoid or delay contacting a doctor or other qualified professional because of something you read here. | | | | | |