Magnets
Nationwide Children’s Org
Magnets are useful but it is important that you keep it at bay from your children. When swallowed, loose magnets and high-powered magnet sets designed for adults can cause serious injuries in the digestive track. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), “High-powered magnet sets are made of tiny and very powerful magnet balls or cubes, often with 100 more magnets to a set. They can pull together with enough force to cause serious and life-threatening damage to the digestive system.” Likewise, they urge families with children not to have high-powered magnets in their home. Indeed, it is better to be safe than sorry. As a responsible parent, you have to be mindful and take control by managing risks especially when it involves your children’s general well-being.