Bartholomew County Health Dept- Nursing Division

09/06/2026

Check that the car-seat harness is snug and positioned correctly according to the manufacturer's instructions.

09/05/2026

All car seats are safe to use, but the safest one is the one that fits your child’s age/height/weight/developmental needs; fits your vehicle; and you can use it correctly every time. For help finding a car seat, visit https://bit.ly/382yytA

09/03/2026

https://keepingbabiessafe.org/what-we-do/crib-and-play-yard-safety/

Be sure your crib & play yard meet federal crib safety regulations established by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Read more here.

09/02/2026

09/01/2026

Parents: DYK? Placing babies on their back to sleep reduces the risk of SIDS and other sleep-related infant deaths. Learn more about safe infant sleep and spread the word in fun ways during : https://go.nih.gov/O2OrIr7.

08/28/2026

08/27/2026

Celebrate Baby Safety Week All Month LONG!

Bartholomew County Health Department Keeping Your Little Ones Safe & Healthy.

Each week during the month of September, our office will have different information regarding the following topics:

• Water & Bath Safety: Crucial steps to keep baby safe around water at home.
• Safe Sleep Basics: Learn the ABCs of safe sleep (Alone, Back, Crib) to reduce SIDS risks.
• Dental/Oral Health and Community Support: Pick up valuable information on how to improve your babies oral health, nursing support, and local family resources.
• Car Seat Checks: Essential tips on proper installation, harness adjustment, and seat sizing.
• Home & Childproofing: Quick guides to outlet covers, and safe storage of household toxins and items around the home.

Feel free to stop by each week. When you stop by enter your name for a chance to win a prize. Drawing will be held at the end of the month.

Bartholomew County Health Department- Nursing Division
2625 Fox Pointe Dr, Columbus, IN 47203

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08/21/2026