CPSC Chairman Inez Tenenbaum and Dr. Rich Lichenstein of the American Academy of Pediatrics joined BabyCenter in a Twitter chat on Sept. 20, 2012, to discuss baby safety. Below are highlights from the chat.

Storified by U.S. CPSC · Fri, Sep 21 2012 12:54:44

So, let’s get started. We hear a ton of questions about crib safety from our moms, so would love to start there. #SafeBaby

— BabyCenter · Thu, Sep 20 2012 11:14:57

When I assumed the CPSC Chairmanship in 2009, there were no mandatory safety standards for most infant and toddler products. IT #SafeBaby

— U.S. CPSC · Thu, Sep 20 2012 11:10:47

@OnSafety Wow, that's crazy. #safebaby

— Tina Seitzinger · Thu, Sep 20 2012 11:12:49

Sce 2009, we have completed rules on cribs, bath seats, walkers, toddler beds, bed rails for children and play yards. IT #SafeBaby

— U.S. CPSC · Thu, Sep 20 2012 11:12:55

@OnSafety-@babycenter fan Jenny asked “Last year a lot of cribs were recalled. 2nd child due in Feb, should I replace my crib?” #SafeBaby

— BabyCenter · Thu, Sep 20 2012 11:17:09

@babycenter We want everyone to have a crib that complies with the new standard. If your crib doesn't, we suggest you buy new. IT #SafeBaby

— U.S. CPSC · Thu, Sep 20 2012 11:19:58

The new cribs have stronger hardware, mattress supports, wooden slats and require more rigorous testing. – IT #SafeBaby

— U.S. CPSC · Thu, Sep 20 2012 11:20:35

In addition to all those items, traditional drop sides are not allowed in cribs. – IT #SafeBaby

— U.S. CPSC · Thu, Sep 20 2012 11:20:54

more good news RT @OnSafety: By the the end of Dec, every childcare center will need to comply with CPSC crib safety rules -- IT #SafeBaby

— BabyCenter · Thu, Sep 20 2012 11:29:28

@growingupfc By the end of December, hotels and motels must have compliant cribs as well. http://1.usa.gov/QFt8Gx IT #SafeBaby

— U.S. CPSC · Thu, Sep 20 2012 11:32:38

RT @safesleepbaby: Are crib mans required to have certificates in box? On website? Where? to prove they meet new guidelines. #SafeBaby

— U.S. CPSC · Thu, Sep 20 2012 10:01:26

@SafeSleepBaby: Re crib certificates: Ask your manufacturer to see the certificate of compliance that proves cribs are tested. #SafeBaby

— U.S. CPSC · Thu, Sep 20 2012 11:16:37

Over the past 20 years, nearly 700 sleeping babies have died tragically when they suffocated on pillows or comforters. – IT #SafeBaby

— U.S. CPSC · Thu, Sep 20 2012 11:37:46

@ErinCLane @onsafety that is a really frightening statistic #safebaby

— Stacie Lewis · Thu, Sep 20 2012 11:40:20

@OnSafety Oh wow that is so sad. #safebaby

— Tina Seitzinger · Thu, Sep 20 2012 11:38:36

Safe sleep! As other causes of child injury decrease, suffocation among infants <1yr is on the rise. http://go.usa.gov/rtGV #safebaby

— CDC Injury Center · Thu, Sep 20 2012 11:16:49

@OnSafety: What products should/shouldn’t be allowed in cribs? What is the safest place to put a crib in a room? #SafeBaby

— BabyCenter · Thu, Sep 20 2012 11:39:00

@babycenter Safest place for crib: Away from windows. Make sure no window cords in room and keep monitor cords 3 ft from baby #SafeBaby

— U.S. CPSC · Thu, Sep 20 2012 11:47:19

In this month’s CPSC Recall Roundup: Discovery Kids Lamps, Gabiano Collection pajamas and Chicco Polly High Chairs

Storified by U.S. CPSC · Fri, Jul 20 2012 12:55:55

Discovery Kids Lamp Recalled · USCPSC

Innovage Recalls Discovery Kids Lamps Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Communications Washington, D.C. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 3, 2012 Release #12-215 Firm...

Gabiano Collection Children’s Pajamas Recalled · USCPSC

Children's Pajamas Recalled by Ishtex Textile Products Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Communications Washington, D.C. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 28, 2012 Release #12-205 Fir...

Chicco Polly High Chairs Recalled · USCPSC

Chicco Polly High Chairs Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 12, 2012 Release #12-221 Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 807-8817 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media ...

In this month's Recall Roundup: Banzai Inflatable In-Ground Pool Slides, Kennedy International Folding Step Stools, and Kolcraft Bassinets.

Storified by U.S. CPSC · Fri, May 25 2012 07:25:56

Death, Severe Neck Injuries Prompt Pool Slide Recall | OnSafety

OnSafety is the Official Blog Site of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Here you'll find the latest safety information as well...

Banzai Water Slide Recalled · USCPSC

Kennedy International Recalls Folding Step Stools Due to Fall Hazard

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 10, 2012 Release #12-171 Firm's Recall Hotline: (855) 270-8301 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media C...

Folding Step Stools Recalled · USCPSC

Bassinets Recalled by Kolcraft Due to Fall Hazard

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Communications Washington, D.C. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 9, 2012 Release #12-173 Firm'...

Bassinets Recalled · USCPSC

Children younger than 5 represent nearly 75% of pool and spa deaths, the latest U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission data shows. African-American and Hispanic children are at high risk. CPSC held a media event and Twitter chat on May 24, 2012, to promote water safety.

Storified by U.S. CPSC · Thu, May 24 2012 12:27:50

This morning @OnSafety and @JoshProject are talking #poolsafely with TV stations nationwide #simplestepssavelives

— Pool Safely · Thu, May 24 2012 03:45:55

75% of drowning deaths annually are children under the age of 5. http://1.usa.gov/KNII3x #PoolSafely

— U.S. CPSC · Thu, May 24 2012 07:35:02

Did you know that 70% of Af-Am children & 62% of Hispanic children can't swim? Many come from families of non-swimmers #PoolSafely

— Pool Safely · Thu, May 24 2012 09:41:42

RT @poolsafely: Our satellite media tour stars Chairman Inez Tenenbaum of @OnSafety and Wanda Butts of @JoshProject #poolsafely http://pic.twitter.com/KXO0yfKZ · The Josh Project

Gov't safety group urges swimming lessons in black and Hispanic communities - HealthPop - CBS News

(Credit: CBS/iStockphoto) (CBS/AP) Black and Hispanic children should be taught how to swim to curb the racial disparities in drowning ra...

13 interviews down, 8 to go! #PoolSafely http://yfrog.com/klwziccj · Erin Robertson

About 15 preschool classes are lost to pool or spa drowning each year. These simple steps save lives. http://1.usa.gov/ImKesb #poolsafely

— U.S. CPSC · Thu, May 24 2012 09:45:07

never leave young children in the care of another sibling. adult supervision eyes on,huge burden for kids #poolsafely #hannahsfoundation

— Kat Plint · Thu, May 24 2012 09:45:37

Teach children to swim & float, but do NOT consider young children “drown-proof” just because they have had swimming lessons. #PoolSafely

— Pool Safely · Thu, May 24 2012 09:38:39

Swim lessons are super important “@poolsafely: Annually, an avg of 390 pool & spa-related drownings occur w/children <15 #PoolSafely”

— Gloria Huang · Thu, May 24 2012 09:10:34

@poolsafely - There is no such thing as being "drown-proof." No matter your swimming ability. Parents need to be reminded often. #poolsafely

— Swim For Life · Thu, May 24 2012 09:41:37

No tweeting, texting, e-mailing or calling while watching kids in a pool!!!!! #poolsafely

— Abbeys Hope · Thu, May 24 2012 09:36:45

If u have an above-ground pool, pull those ladders out when swim is over. Lil'swimmers luv to climb. #PoolSafely

— urSwim · Thu, May 24 2012 09:35:21

Clear pools of toys & floats when play time is over, unsupervised & curious kids may try to retrieve them and could fall in. #PoolSafely

— KidSafetyPedia · Thu, May 24 2012 09:18:59

When everyone is watching the pool, NO ONE is watching the pool! Designate a Water Watcher! #poolsafely

— Swim For Life · Thu, May 24 2012 09:17:12

If your kids are in the water-so should you. #poolsafely

— World Waterpark Assn · Thu, May 24 2012 09:14:30

Parents, if you visit a pool & the water is cloudy, DO NOT let your kids swim. Both you & the #lifeguard won't be able to see! #poolsafely

— West Bend Safety · Thu, May 24 2012 09:38:18

Learning #CPR is a crucial aspect of water safety because accidents do happen. #PoolSafely

— Rebecca W Robinson · Thu, May 24 2012 09:18:51

The week of May 18-24 is Poison Prevention Week. Visit poisonprevention.org for more information. And Happy Birthday, #PreventPoison!

Storified by U.S. CPSC · Mon, Mar 26 2012 05:42:46

This week, Poison Prevention is celebrating 50 years and a 92% decline in child-related poisoning deaths. #PreventPoison

— U.S. CPSC · Mon, Mar 19 2012 07:53:17

Child-resistant is not child-proof. Layer the protection: re-seal, lock up, out of sight and reach. #PreventPoison

— AAPCC · Mon, Mar 19 2012 08:35:10

Prevention is Key! Re-seal medicines, pesticides & other household chemicals & keep away from kids. http://1.usa.gov/z78eHC #PreventPoison

— PoisonPreventionWeek · Mon, Mar 19 2012 08:15:30

#Poison centers aren't just for kids. Most deaths from poisonings happen to adults. 1-800-222-1222 #PreventPoison

— OWH · Tue, Mar 20 2012 06:13:55

Children act fast! So do poisons! Call 800-222-1222 if you need help or info about poisons! #preventpoison

— OhioPoisonControl · Mon, Mar 19 2012 04:00:28

More than a million calls a year are made to poison centers involving kids & poisoning. Good news, poisoning is preventable. #PreventPoison

— PoisonPreventionWeek · Mon, Mar 19 2012 06:30:44

What kind of calls does a poison center get? Go to http://www.ipcblog.org for details! http://bit.ly/kX6du0 #PreventPoison

— PoisonPreventionWeek · Tue, Mar 20 2012 12:20:22

On a personal note, I have actually called the poison control center twice. Extremely helpful!!! #PreventPoison

— Mike Newton-Ward · Mon, Mar 19 2012 09:10:46

One summer, poison center director Dr. Casavant called the poison helpline three times - for his own kids! 800-222-1222 #preventpoison

— OhioPoisonControl · Tue, Mar 20 2012 07:01:06

Poison Center Help App now on iTunes #preventpoison http://pinterest.com/pin/21673641926794588/

— Mighty Kids Media · Wed, Mar 21 2012 10:59:15

When you call the national, toll-free Poison Help number, you will be automatically directed to your local poison center. #PreventPoison

— AAPCC · Tue, Mar 20 2012 09:01:57

It's National Poison Prevention Week! Check out these interesting facts about poisonings...#preventpoison #fb http://pic.twitter.com/5EVXUAx6 · APDIC

#PreventPoison Aspirin was big poisoning issue in 1960s. Now, button batteries have emerged as a problem. http://1.usa.gov/qOIH9d

— U.S. CPSC · Fri, Mar 23 2012 09:00:18

Store your medicines in a place that is too high for a child to reach or see. #PreventPoison

— NTX Poison Center · Mon, Mar 19 2012 07:34:27

RT @AAPCC: Take your medicine where children can't see you. They may try to imitate you! #PreventPoison

— MN Poison Help · Mon, Mar 19 2012 16:06:12

Don't leave medicines or vitamins on counters, window sills, bedside tables or the refrigerator top! Children act fast! #PreventPoison

— AAPCC · Mon, Mar 19 2012 15:00:55

This first year of the government’s consumer products safety information website has been the year of the empowered consumer.

Storified by U.S. CPSC · Fri, Mar 16 2012 13:07:18

http://SaferProducts.gov is turning 1! See what you've told us most in its first year: Via @AP http://wapo.st/yaawz8 #opengov #gov20

— U.S. CPSC · Thu, Mar 08 2012 04:08:31

RT @OnSafety: http://SaferProducts.gov is turning 1 on 3/11! Chmn Tenenbaum talks with @lizcrenshaw @nbcwashington about the first year. http://bit.ly/zYDjc6

— liz crenshaw · Thu, Mar 01 2012 16:38:45

http://WH.gov: One Year of Safer Products http://goo.gl/fb/ou9H8

— The White House Blog · Fri, Mar 09 2012 08:42:44

As a consumer, what do u complain about most? Check out this Top 10: http://on.cnn.com/y30HrE /via @CNNTRACSNews

— The Situation Room · Thu, Mar 08 2012 08:05:14

Kitchen appliances top list of complaints at the government's year-old product safety database. Nursery stuff next at http://saferproducts.gov

— Rob Spicker · Thu, Mar 08 2012 02:55:06

Chair-tastrophe. http://youtu.be/s8Qu0G9Y2T0. Cute #CPSC video promoting #saferproducts.gov. Happy 1st anniversary, database!

— Christine Hines · Fri, Mar 09 2012 08:15:45

A clump of little round magnets can relieve stress. They can be addictive to play with. Just ask anyone who has held them. Folks, they are for adults only – really! High-powered magnets pose a serious risk to children.

Storified by U.S. CPSC · Fri, Jul 20 2012 12:56:28

High-Powered Magnets + Swallowing by Kids = Deadly | OnSafety

By CPSC Blogger on November 10, 2011 A clump of little round magnets can relieve stress. They are addictive to play with. Just ask anyone...

Popular magnets pose risk if swallowed

Meredith DelPrete, 10, was at school one day and did something that she said is popular among kids her age: She pretended to have a pierc...

This toddler swallowed 37 magnets -- check out this X-ray http://huff.to/zpf0EC

— HuffPost Weird News · Mon, Mar 05 2012 08:30:08

Girl Survives Swallowing 37 Magnets http://bit.ly/wkxk8N

— Good Morning America · Mon, Mar 05 2012 09:55:02

Girl who ate 37 magnets tries again on TODAY

After surviving emergency surgery to remove 37 tiny toy magnets from her stomach, 3-year-old Payton Bushnell seems to come perilously clo...

Powerful magnets in toys raise risks from swallowing - CNN.com

(CNN) -- Several months ago, Meaghin and Jonathan Jordan were strolling through a shop near their home in Kiln, Mississippi, when they sp...

Free Magnet Safety Poster · USCPSC

In this month's Consumer Product Safety Commission Recall Roundup: Tassimo Single-Cup Coffee Makers and T Discs, all Tumblekins toy vehicles and playsets, and The Container Store Recalls Brightly-Colored Power Strips.

Storified by U.S. CPSC · Fri, Feb 24 2012 10:27:20

Check Your Single-Cup Coffee Maker and T Discs | OnSafety

By CPSC Blogger on February 13, 2012 When you're making a cup of coffee, you don't want to get burned by having hot liquid, coffee ground...

Recall: Tassimo Single-Cup Coffee Makers · USCPSC

Tumblekins Toys Recalled by International Playthings Due to Choking and Laceration Hazards

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary rec...

Tumblekin Toys Recalled · USCPSC

The Container Store Recalls Brightly-Colored Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary rec...

The Container Store Recalls Power Strips · USCPSC

Every other week, a child dies in the U.S. when a television, a piece of furniture or an appliance falls on him or her. CPSC held a Twitter chat with @KidsinDanger and @GaryASmithMD to talk about anchoring and strapping TVs and saving children's lives. Here's an excerpt of the chat.

Storified by U.S. CPSC · Fri, Feb 17 2012 11:53:01

Did you know a small child can cause a 100 pound TV to tip? #TVSafety

— OnSafety · Thu, Feb 16 2012 16:22:47

From 2000 – 2010, 293 deaths related to tipovers. 60% involved TV falling. 31% from falling furniture. #TVSafety http://1.usa.gov/xQarT1

— U.S. CPSC · Thu, Feb 16 2012 16:08:26

@OnSafety My son is part of that statistic. #tvsafety

— Lisa Siefert · Thu, Feb 16 2012 16:20:26

In January, little Gianna was killed when a TV fell on her – and two more children were crushed under falling TV’s this month. #tvsafety

— Kids In Danger · Thu, Feb 16 2012 16:07:57

In Oct, six year old Carl died when he climbed on a TV which fell and crushed him. Many parents had never heard of this danger. #tvsafety

— Kids In Danger · Thu, Feb 16 2012 16:05:10

Families and caregivers are devastated and changed forever when a child is injured. Take precautions NOW to prevent heartache. #tvsafety

— Kids In Danger · Thu, Feb 16 2012 16:08:13

Watch this powerful video. Mom tells story of losing her daughter. Demo of falling TV and furniture. #TVSafety http://bit.ly/jJbY3d

— Scott Wolfson · Thu, Feb 16 2012 16:29:06

Can still see clock falling off mom's dresser onto my sis' head at 6yo. Remember lots of blood! Thank God wasnt TV. #TVSafety

— Jennifer Toney · Thu, Feb 16 2012 16:47:54

RT @OnSafety: Any TV on a tall piece of furniture presents a climbing opportunity – and a hazard – to a child. #TVSafety

— Mocha Moms, Inc. · Thu, Feb 16 2012 17:08:13

RT @OnSafety: TV/furniture setup may seem stable alone. But is it when you pull out drawers & shelves and add weight of child? #TVSafety

— Yuri Cordero · Thu, Feb 16 2012 17:00:58

Those drawers look like magic steps to a child. Use child proof locks on drawers. #tvsafety

— Kids In Danger · Thu, Feb 16 2012 16:57:10

Short furniture can be equally as fatal as tall #tvsafety

— Lisa Siefert · Thu, Feb 16 2012 16:54:20

We don’t purchase a car without seatbelts. We shouldn’t sell TVs without appropriate safety equipment. #TVSafety

— Gary Smith · Thu, Feb 16 2012 16:55:37

RT @ShanesFndNFP: We have to get the straps and anchors available. Better yet, to have TVs and furniture come with them. #tvsafety

— Kids In Danger · Thu, Feb 16 2012 16:51:58

When we purchased our nursery furniture, it did not come with straps. Nor were we educated to use them. We did not know the danger #tvsafety

— Lisa Siefert · Thu, Feb 16 2012 16:07:20

Devices used to stabilize TVs and furniture cost between $10 and $20. #TVSafety

— U.S. CPSC · Thu, Feb 16 2012 16:43:57