Kids Products

Evenflo Company Incorporated with cooperation for the CPSC has issued a recall on a cake toy found on the children's "1-2-3 Tea for Me Activity Learning Center".

Dec 15, 2009 - Christopher Clayton

Choosing a travel cot or portable play yard? Things to consider include: lightweight, easy to put up or pack away, size, frequency of use, age of baby and accessories.

Dec 15, 2009 - Deborah Percy

Games and toys encourage creativity. Here are 6 best kids games to consider for education and family fun suitable for children 2 to 12 years of age.

Dec 15, 2009 - Bev Yaworski

Buying shoes for toddlers can be tough. It is important to buy the right size, fit and type of toddler shoes. Here are some tips on how to buy shoes for new walkers.

Dec 15, 2009 - Prerna Malik

Each year the Toy Retail Association release a list of the predicted best selling toys for Christmas. Here's official list of the hottest 12 toys for Christmas 2009.

Dec 15, 2009 - Miles Fahey

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Amby Baby USA have issued a recall on all Amby Baby Motion Beds because of two reported deaths.

Dec 14, 2009 - Christopher Clayton

Parents can encourage a child's developing imagination whether they're buying just the basics, looking to splurge on a special item, or searching for something different.

Dec 14, 2009 - Nicole Fravel

The Toy Retail Association's list of the predicted best toys for 2009 has been released. Here's the top Christmas toys for boys list including recommended retail prices.

Dec 13, 2009 - Miles Fahey

Find the best sleds for winter fun online in styles that range from wooden sleds to toboggans to small plastic sleds.

Dec 12, 2009 - Judith Zwolak

Edushape Ltd has issued a recall on its Snap Beads together with the U.S. CPSC. It was discovered that parts of the toys could detach and become a choking hazard.

Dec 11, 2009 - Christopher Clayton

Finding the safest toys to go under the Christmas tree for toddlers and young kids can be a challenge. However, take note of simple tools to avoid some dangerous toys.

Dec 10, 2009 - Esther Dillard

Children do not always want costly and complicated Christmas gifts. Presents that encourage imaginative play will provide hours of fun both on the day and in the future.

Dec 10, 2009 - Catherine Whitlock

NTD Apparel, with support from the CPSC, has issued a recall on its children's hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings. The ribbon creates a safety risk too great to ignore.

Dec 10, 2009 - Christopher Clayton

Score great gifts and support artists by discovering a website that promotes great stuff. Be the most thoughtful gift giver ever.

Dec 9, 2009 - Lara Hammes

Looking for a way to encourage young children to learn? Choose educational computers to combine early childhood education learning while having fun.

Dec 9, 2009 - Renee Holmes

Parents, grandparents love to buy toys for their little loved ones but for a child to enjoy a specific toy, it must be safe and suitable for the child's age and ability.

Dec 8, 2009 - Isin Tuzcular

Recently, over one million baby cribs have been recalled due to infant deaths. Find out which baby cribs have been recalled and what recourse is available.

Dec 8, 2009 - Renee Holmes

Shopping for an active two-year-old this year? With all the toys on the shelves, it can be hard to figure out what a child will like and play with beyond Christmas Day.

Dec 7, 2009 - Sharon Perkins

Digital microscopes can take photos, record movies and connect to PCs and TVs. Here's how to choose the right model.

Dec 7, 2009 - Yuen Kit Mun

"Mr. Squiggles," a light brown version of the popular Zhu Zhu hamsters, might contain high levels of antimony, an arsenic-like metallotoxin.

Dec 7, 2009 - Stephen Allen Christensen

CPSC with support from Sunsation Incorporated issue a recall on children's hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings. Continued use could lead to strangulation.

Dec 7, 2009 - Christopher Clayton

Microscopes are educational and fun. However the wrong microscope can mean a frustrated and bored child. This article looks at how to choose the right microscope.

Dec 5, 2009 - Yuen Kit Mun

The American Girls dolls and books bring history alive for young girls. Each story follows a year in the character's life. This is a great gift for a tween girl.

Dec 4, 2009 - Amy Wingfield

There are a variety of fun, educational and natural learning toys available today that encourage the imagination and foster the learning process of toddlers.

Dec 4, 2009 - Krista Tannahill

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reported more than 152,000 children younger than 15 were treated for toy-related injuries in hospital emergency rooms in 2005.

Dec 3, 2009 - Mike Virgintino

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and LaJobi issue another recall on the Molly and Betsy cribs because of the danger posed to infants.

Dec 2, 2009 - Christopher Clayton

A Life of Faith is a Christian alternative to The American Girls. Each story follows a young girl as she grows up and matures in faith. This will make a treasured gift.

Dec 2, 2009 - Amy Wingfield

Pogo sticks are still a lot of fun, but there are now spring boots and other new designs to consider. Here's how to choose.

Dec 2, 2009 - Yuen Kit Mun

Natural baby toys, made from non-toxic, organic materials are a much safer, more eco-friendly option than conventional gifts for young children.

Dec 2, 2009 - Brenna Coleman

Some families need a compact, lightweight, portable cot for a lot of travel including hiking and camping.

Dec 1, 2009 - Deborah Percy

Travel bassinettes, cots and beds which are lightweight and small enough to fit in a suitcase are available. Simple pop-up design means no complicated assembly.

Dec 1, 2009 - Deborah Percy

Give creative and educational toys for boys and girls this Christmas. Good toys teach kids new skills and concepts. Try Printies, Laser Pegs, Monopoly City & Mindstorms.

Dec 1, 2009 - Christina Gregoire

Crib safety is important for any parent of a young baby. There are measures parents can take to ensure their infant's crib is as safe as possible.

Dec 1, 2009 - Julie Ackendorf

Many people borrow a crib for visitors during the holiday. Be careful - check to be sure it is safe. Deaths have occurred in old cribs and many have been recalled.

Dec 1, 2009 - Jan Potter

Christmas or birthday gifts can spark kids' love of nature by letting them press flowers, watch bugs up close, raise butterflies, or see roots grow below ground.

Nov 30, 2009 - Linda McDonnell

The newest Dora doll is all grown up and gives young girls long lasting entertainment and fun through its fun games on its new website.

Nov 30, 2009 - Emily Rogers

Here are some of the best toys for boys of all ages. Try Hexbug Nano and Nano Habitats, NeoCube magnets, and trebuchet kits (tiny catapults).

Nov 30, 2009 - Christina Gregoire

Children's metal pendants from Team Work Trading are recalled because they failed to meet safety standards, according to the U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Nov 30, 2009 - Christopher Clayton

Graco is issuing a recall on the Jump 'n Jive Doorway Jumper because of a potential danger to infants. The concerns are based on findings of a critical design flaw.

Nov 29, 2009 - Christopher Clayton

It's easy to create the best Spongebob bedroom by comparing prices and buying its best decorations and accessories over the internet.

Nov 28, 2009 - Emily Rogers

Here are cool creative toys for Christmas and birthdays. See great last minute gifts - Hexbug (mini robot bug), Bilibo, Illustory, PlasmaCar, and the Ultra Stomp Rocket.

Nov 28, 2009 - Christina Gregoire

Just as adults have to wear seat belts when in a vehicle, children should always be protected by the use of restraints, car seats or booster seats.

Nov 27, 2009 - Pauline Mascarenhas

Buy toys made in the USA. Try wooden toys for children like rocking horses and blocks; ride-on toys like pedal tractors; and creative toys like IlluStory and Yackle.

Nov 26, 2009 - Christina Gregoire

Moving a child on to a real bike from a tricycle or one with training wheels can be tricky. Using a balance bike may be a good interim step to improve their skills first.

Nov 26, 2009 - Carol Finch

Looking for quality baby gear in Toronto? These two Toronto baby stores offer quality merchandise and knowledgeable staff equipped to answer new parents' questions.

Nov 26, 2009 - Rosalie Ferguson

Some dream of a white Christmas - but most dream of a stress-free shopping season. This can be accomplished by shopping early for hot items and hiding gifts well.

Nov 25, 2009 - Tracey Drake

Bratz dolls are popular fashion dolls created for young girls. Though their glamour and style have stirred controversy for many parents, they have remained popular.

Nov 25, 2009 - Emily Rogers

American Girl Dolls are perfect for girls between 6 and 12. Grandmothers (and moms) can teach young girls about history through dolls in period dress, and related books.

Nov 25, 2009 - Christina Gregoire

Before parents Christmas shop for kids, they need to check out the WATCH Worst Toys List for 2009 to avoid purchasing a dangerous toy as a holiday gift for a child.

Nov 25, 2009 - Mia Carter

WATCH (World Against Toys Causing Harm) has issued its list of 2009's worst toys. Before Christmas shopping for a child, find out what toys are dangerous or even deadly.

Nov 25, 2009 - Mia Carter