Popping the Bubble Wrap Story Studio Network, Parachute Canada

Wiping the sweat from your brow, you let out a sigh of relief. Finally, the crib is assembled and ready for baby – due any day now! You’ve put together the changing table; you’ve got the diapers and the tiny onesies. So close to being prepared for the little one to arrive! Just one last task to take care of – buying a car seat and getting it installed for the ride home from the hospital. You’ve been avoiding this because between knowing what type of car seat your infant will need, understanding Canada’s car seat laws and figuring out how to install the darn thing, navigating the world of car seats is no small feat. New and expecting parents, rest at ease! Today, we’re going to talk it through – everything you need to know about selecting and installing a car seat to get your infant safely home from the hospital.

Choose a car seat that: 
Fits your childFits your vehicleYou can use correctly every timeFits your budget – all car seats sold in Canada must meet safety standardsGuests:
Beth Culotta, parent
Shazya Karmali, parent
Holly Choi, Vice President of the Child Passenger Safety Association of Canada - Instagram @safebeginnings 

Parachute - parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/car-seats/
Transport Canada - tc.canada.ca/en/road-transportation/child-car-seat-safety
Child Passenger Safety Association of Canada - www.cpsac.org

Popping the Bubble Wrap is a podcast of Parachute, Canada’s national injury prevention charity. We release episodes monthly. Visit us at parachute.ca and follow us on Instagram and Facebook at Parachute Canada.

Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by Story Studio Network. www.storystudionetwork.com/

Today we’re going to talk about poison prevention, the things our kids put in their mouths that are more than just “icky” – the things that could actually harm them. What are those products and how can we reduce the chances of our children coming across them? I’m guessing that if I asked you to count on one hand the number of times you’ve had to intercept your child as they were about to put something “icky” into their mouth, you couldn’t do it. Young kids are so curious and they explore the world around them by taste!

Key takeaways:
Keep products that can be poisonous up high and locked. Children explore their environment by putting things in their mouths and don’t have the same “ick” reaction as an adult would. Some products that can be poisonous are obvious, like medications, cleaning products, while others like mouthwash you might not think about. Visit Parachute’s website for information about what products to watch out for - parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/poisoning/.Canada has a toll-free 24/7 number for poison centres. If you suspect a poisoning, call 1-844-POISON-X (1-844-764-7669). If you are located in Nunavut, contact your local health centre. If you are located in Québec, call 1-800-463-5060.
Guests:
Jayne Morrish, parent
Stephanie Krnician, parent
Stephanie Cowle, Director of Knowledge Translation, Parachute

Resources:
Parachute - parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/poisoning/

Popping the Bubble Wrap is a podcast of Parachute, Canada’s national injury prevention charity. We release episodes monthly. Visit us at parachute.ca and follow us on Instagram and Facebook at Parachute Canada.

Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by Story Studio Network. www.storystudionetwork.com/

Season 2 of Popping the Bubble Wrap is returning on March 19, 2024, with more kitchen table chats with parents and safety experts. Are you the person in your family who worries about the safety of others, about buying safety products and using them? Then this is the podcast for you.

Join Pam Fuselli this season we’ll answer parents’ questions – and learn from each other – all while popping the myth that kids have to be bubble-wrapped to stay safe. This season, we’ll focus on products that prevent injuries – and also on products that can pose a hazard for kids. We’ll do a deep dive over a few episodes on car seats and booster seats, which are as effective as they are confusing! Other episodes will cover everything from safe storage to safe sleep, from hazard-free playtime to child-friendly décor.

Thanks to our funding partner, Amazon, for supporting this podcast. Join me, and parents like you. Let’s pop some bubble wrap together and learn more about better ways to keep your little one safe.
Your kids can have fun without being bubble wrapped to be safe.Season 2 will share important information on products families use every day and what to look for when buying and using these products.Hosted by Pam Fuselli, Popping the Bubble Wrap is a podcast of Parachute, Canada’s national injury prevention charity. We release episodes monthly. Visit us at parachute.ca and follow us on Instagram and Facebook at Parachute Canada. Don’t keep us a secret. Help other parents find this podcast by sharing the link to Popping the Bubble Wrap and take a second to submit a review – it really does help!

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Getting in a vehicle and driving from place to place is a normal part of everyday life for many of us. We go from point A to point B without incident. But unfortunately for many others, a trip in their vehicle results in a lifechanging crash. This episode will be a different format from the others and a warning to listeners that we’ll be sharing information on and details about a vehicle crash involving children.

Pam is joined on this episode by Eran Jalbert Jones who is a child passenger safety advocate, a child passenger safety technician and, most importantly, a parent. I’ve asked Eran to come on Parachute’s Popping the Bubble Wrap podcast because she also has a very personal story to share about a crash that changed her life and the life of her family.
Installing a child restraint can be complex. The seat needs to fit properly in the vehicle and the child needs to fit the seat.Laws often fall behind best practices. Check credible sources for the most current information on child restraints like www.parachute.ca.Life can change in a minute.Listen and subscribe to Popping the Bubble Wrap on Apple, Spotify or wherever you catch your favorite podcasts!

For more please visit www.parachute.ca.

We want to hear from you – what issues or questions do you want us to cover in season 2? Write to us at poppingthebubblewrap@parachute.ca. You can also leave a message at 647 776-5123.

Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by Story Studio Network. www.storystudionetwork.com.

Children can seem like tireless balls of energy at times. It’s a beautiful part of childhood, that almost boundless will to move, laugh and, most importantly, play. It’s tremendously good for children to engage in movement and play. Equally, it’s important for us as parents to allow our children to tire themselves out – how else will we ever get those precious moments of peace and quiet after bedtime! In this episode, we’ll discuss the strategies for managing the risks associated with the spaces our children play in.

Joining Pam on this episode are Brittany, Ashley, and Erin as well as expert Dr. Suzanne Beno.
Play, especially play that involves risk, is an important part of child development because it promotes physical activity, social health, and risk management.There are ways to reduce and manage hazards in play spaces to reduce the risk of injury during play, but still make play challenging and fun.Hospital emergency departments see play-related injuries, mostly minor injuries, or broken bones. There are some causes of more serious injuries, for example those related to trampolines.Listen and subscribe to Popping the Bubble Wrap on Apple, Spotify or wherever you catch your favorite podcasts!

For more please visit www.parachute.ca.

Encourage your kids to get outside and play! To keep them safe, review our tips at parachute.ca/outdoorplay.

Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by Story Studio Network. www.storystudionetwork.com.

On a summer afternoon, there is no better way to cool off than to head to the local pool or lake and go for a swim. It’s a joy to watch young children discover water. Good family fun all around! It’s not news, though, that water can pose a risk to people of any age, and this is especially true for young children. Even just at home in the bathtub, the risk of drowning is present. In this episode, we’ll discuss risks around, in and on the water and strategies for keeping your child safe, whether at play or just getting clean.

Joining Pam on this episode are Brittany, Dave and Liane as well as our expert Barbara Byers.
Layers of protection are important, including supervision, stopping access to water, wearing protection gear like lifejackets, swimming lessons and knowing how to react if an incident happens.Swimming lessons are important, not only for your child's safety, but for you and other adults.Drowning doesn’t happen like on TV, where splashing and calls for help attract attention. Drowning is silent, quick and can happen in very little water.Listen and subscribe to Popping the Bubble Wrap on Apple, Spotify or wherever you catch your favorite podcasts!

For more please visit www.parachute.ca.

Drowning prevention information and tips are available at parachute.ca/drowning.

Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by Story Studio Network. www.storystudionetwork.com.