Babies & Kids

Child Safety Guide

We report on dangerous children’s products, such as inclined baby sleepers and defective strollers; and safety issues, such as furniture tip-overs and child car seats, to offer expert advice on keeping your kids safe and healthy.

Updated September 5, 2025

Is It Safe to Buy a Used Car Seat, Stroller, or Crib for Your Baby?

Is It Safe to Buy a Used Car Seat, Stroller, or Crib for Your Baby?

New baby gear is expensive, but buying used can come with risks. CR’s safety experts share their best buying advice.

Looking for a Safe Stroller? Consider These 5 Features Before You Buy.

Looking for a Safe Stroller? Consider These 5 Features Before You Buy.

Almost All the Toddler Towers We Tested Raised Safety Concerns. Here’s Why.

Almost All the Toddler Towers We Tested Raised Safety Concerns. Here’s Why.

Looking for a Safe Stroller? Consider These 5 Features Before You Buy.

Looking for a Safe Stroller? Consider These 5 Features Before You Buy.

Almost All the Toddler Towers We Tested Raised Safety Concerns. Here’s Why.

Almost All the Toddler Towers We Tested Raised Safety Concerns. Here’s Why.

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Food Safety

Stay alert of the dangers in your food and what will help your children’s diet.

Cocktail Shrimp Sold at Walmart Recalled for Possible Radioactive Contamination

The refrigerated shrimp was sold in stores in 28 states.

More Frozen Shrimp Recalled for Possible Radioactive Contamination

Mizuho and Nijiya Brand Eggs Recalled for Salmonella

4 Foods Surprisingly High in Sugar

Baby Stroller Safety

News and advice to keep your children safe while enjoying the outdoors.

What to Look for in a Jogging Stroller

Here are the key features to keep your child safe and ensure a smooth run for both of you. Plus, impressive jogging strollers from CR’s tests.

Top Picks for Travel Systems

Top Picks for Strollers

Looking for a Safe Stroller? Assess These 5 Features Before You Buy.

Car Seats and Vehicle Safety

Protect your precious on-board cargo.

School Bus Safety Tips for Back-to-School

What kids should do before they get on the bus, during a trip, and when they exit.

Hot Car Fatalities Are a Year-Round Threat to Children and Pets

Anyone Could Forget a Kid in a Hot Car, Research Shows

How to Choose the Safest Car Seat for Your Child

Childproofing & Other Safety Concerns

Stay aware of hidden hazards and other risky situations.

5 Dangerous Products Parents Should Avoid to Keep Their Kids Safe

CR’s safety experts reviewed scores of incident reports and parent reviews.

Consumer Safety Agency Finalizes New Regulations on Water Beads and Infant Neck Floats

Best and Worst Sunscreens

How to Choose a Nursing Pillow and Use It Safely

Inclined Baby Sleepers and Sleep Safety

Ensure a healthy and safe sleep environment for your child.

Best Smart Bassinets, Lab Tested and Reviewed

See the ones that stood out in CR’s tests for ease of use, design, and tech-forward features.

Best Convertible Cribs

Best Cribs, Lab-Tested and Reviewed

How to Create a Healthy Nursery for Your Baby