Kids in fire-resistant pajamas.
Children's pajamas must be fire resistant. Purchase pajamas that specifically state that they are fire resistant. These are made from a fabric that has been treated to not burn. Dress your child in snug clothing for bed. If there is little air space between the fabric and your child, there will be less oxygen that can burn in the case of a fire. Never put your child to bed in a long t-shirt, flowing nightgown, or other loose apparel.
Drawstrings are dangerous.
Drawstrings in the necks of sweatshirts and jackets have been found to be unsafe for children. Kids can get their drawstrings tangled around or stuck in various objects, and this can strangle the child. If you have any clothing with drawstrings in the hood or neck, cut the drawstrings out before putting the item on your child. Look for different types of hood closures when buying new or used clothing for your children. Snaps, velcro or buttons are safer methods for closing hoods in children's clothing.
Purchase used clothing carefully.
Government officials passed a law in February 2009 that states that all used children's clothing must be tested for excess amounts of lead before February 2010. The lead in clothing is usually found in zippers, snaps and clothing dyes. Consider not purchasing clothing with zippers and snaps from private individuals and garage sales. Un-dyed fabrics are not a danger, so continue to purchase these items used if you desire. This law pertains to clothing for children under the age of 12; clothing for larger sizes do not have to comply with the lead screening laws.
