Baby Cheramy partners College of Paediatricians to conduct ECD awareness programme

Baby Cheramy partnered with the Sri Lanka College of Paediatricians recently to jointly foster a secure environment for the children of our country. 
The recent awareness programme took place at the Setsiripaya Urban Development Authority Auditorium for officials from the Early Childhood Development (ECD) Secretariat under the Ministry of Women, Child Affairs & Social Empowerment. 
During the event, Baby Cheramy and the Sri Lanka College of Paediatricians jointly introduced a guidebook aimed at preventing accidents to children at home.
The parenting manual titled ‘Punchi Patiyata Surakshitha Niwahanak’ is designed to educate parents about optimal methods to prevent accidents at home involving children and establish a secure, child-friendly atmosphere at home. 

The booklet is crafted in captivating language tailored to children’s understanding. It encompasses vital information alongside engaging elements like poems and illustrations. The Sri Lankan Collage of Community Physicians’ Association participated as resource persons, enlightening officials about preventive measures against potential hazards children may encounter at home during the programme.
Representing the Sri Lanka College of Paediatricians, Professor. Ruwanthi Perera highlighted that 12,931 children under the age of 15 are hospitalized annually due to accidents at home, with a reported death rate of 3.9 percent. Professor Ruwanthi Perera emphasized the need for early childhood development officers to educate all stakeholders about the critical importance of establishing safe environments for children, both at home and school.
“Parents and caregivers must provide vigilant supervision to prevent avoidable accidents, such as falls. Additionally, they should be aware of the risks posed by children playing near doors and window curtains, as there is a possibility of neck entanglement,” she added.