Safety
Keeping little ones safe is a big responsibility! Motherly is by your side with expert child safety advice, from car seats to sleep and more.
Check your coffee creamer: This popular brand just got recalled in 31 states
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that more than 75,000 bottles of International Delight coffee creamer have been recalled due to reports of spoilage and illness.
10,300 toddler step stools recalled after reports of collapse and injuries—what parents need to know
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a recall for approximately 10,300 Onasti toddler stools
Parents swear by this surprising sleep trick for babies—but does it actually work?
The so-called butter sleep hack reportedly began with U.S. parents before making its way to the UK and New Zealand.
Popular stroller fan recalled due to safety concerns
To date, there have been seven reports of children accessing the fan blades, resulting in six laceration injuries.
CYBEX recalls over 24,000 car seats due to safety risk
While no injuries have been reported, Cybex urges parents to install a free product update kit to ensure continued safety.
Check your fridge: Kids snack recalled due to undeclared allergens
For families navigating food allergies, accurate labeling isn’t just a convenience—it’s a…
Major canned tuna recall: Trader Joe’s, Walmart, and more pull products over safety risk
The issue with the pull-tab lids could allow bacteria to grow inside the cans—leading to a serious illness called botulism.
LG recalls 500,000 electric ranges after dozens of fires and injuries—here’s what parents need to know
Nearly 500,000 units have been recalled due to a fire hazard that has already led to dozens of fires, injuries, and even pet deaths.
New study sounds alarm on water bead dangers—what parents need to know
The risk of water beads goes beyond simple choking hazards.
Gerber recalls Sooth N Chew Teething Sticks over choking risk—what parents need to know
The FDA is working with Gerber on this recall.
Infant mortality rates are dropping, but sleep-related deaths are rising
Sudden unexpected infant death (SUID) rates increased by nearly 12% between 2020 and 2022.
Protect your family from wildfire smoke: What parents and pregnant people need to know
While most research has focused on general air pollution, emerging studies indicate that wildfire smoke can have similar health effects.
Why every family needs an emergency go bag: Tips to stay prepared
The annual number of natural disasters worldwide has quadrupled since the 1970s.
FDA sets new limits on lead in baby food—what parents need to know
This new update aims to reduce lead exposure in young children.
How to talk to your kids about wildfires
Whether your child is seeing smoky skies or hearing about fires on the news, they’re likely to have big questions—and it’s okay if you don’t have all the answers.
Recall alert: Over 85,000 Melii Baby silicone spoons pulled due to choking hazard
The recall involves Melii Baby Silicone Spoons sold in various packs and part of their 5-piece silicone feeding sets.
600,000+ Nuna RAVA car seats recalled over harness safety concerns
This design defect could affect the seat’s ability to keep your child securely restrained in certain conditions.
We can’t keep waiting: How parents are leading the fight for safer schools
In America, parents kiss their babies goodbye and whisper an extra prayer: please keep my child safe from a school shooting.
10 surprising holiday toy risks you might not know about
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, last year alone, 231,700 toy-related injuries were treated in emergency rooms.