9 Things Thrift Stores Really Don’t Want from You

Cribs and car seats

Children’s items like cribs and car seats are often recalled—even if yours hasn’t, it might not be up to safety snuff anymore. Car seats have expiration dates, and if your old one is past its prime, the new owner could be in danger, says Tim Raines, marketing manager at The Salvation Army. “We do not knowingly accept any items that have been recalled,” he says. “Some locations have banned entire categories of items, as the hazards associated with accepting them outweigh the benefits.” Find out other dangerous mistakes even careful parents make.