Elf and safety at home — during the most chaotic time of the year 

It's important to look out for potential health hazards when you're distracted or busy over the holidays

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Christmas can make home somewhat unrecognisable for children. There’s the bauble-laden tree, the festooned decorations, mysterious brightly-coloured packages, visitors coming and going, and different and lovely food.

With its wonderfully chaotic upending of normal life,  it's a time when adults need to keep an eye on little ones — so tears and trips to A&E don’t become part of the experience.