Posted July 23, 2010 - 21:00 by Julie Rains
As a former lifeguard and water safety instructor, I am impressed with the safety practices of the mega-water-park in my area. Still, I wouldn’t rely completely on a well-trained stranger to protect my children. Here are simple rules to keep kids safe when they are supposed to be having fun.Posted July 21, 2010 - 21:00 by Fred Lee
The differences and variability of household spoons makes them problematic when dispensing medication to children.Posted July 10, 2010 - 21:00 by Rhonda Franz
Heat stress is the broad category of conditions related to hot-weather or being in a heat-filled environment. Infants and young children are especially prone to problems with these conditions this time of year. Get educated, and take precautions to protect your family from heat-related dangers.Posted July 8, 2010 - 21:00 by Fred Lee
Cyberbullying is associated with psychological and physical problems for both the victim and the bully.Posted June 30, 2010 - 06:54 by Rhonda Franz
Swim away! Basing their decision on new research, The American Academy of Pediatrics has reversed their position on swimming lessons for toddlers.Posted June 23, 2010 - 10:49 by Fred Lee
Elevated levels of a common household flame retardant (PBDE) could have an effect on fetal development.Posted June 17, 2010 - 06:12 by Lela Davidson
It seems a no brainer that when youth ice hockey players are allowed to body check, they are more likely to get hurt. But that's hockey. So when is the optimal age to teach them this element of the game?Posted June 16, 2010 - 05:50 by Fred Lee
A new study has found that when teenagers start school earlier, there is an increase association with traffic accidents.Posted June 16, 2010 - 05:39 by Rhonda Franz
With summer fun comes summer dangers. Help keep children safe and healthy by practicing dehydration prevention.Posted June 15, 2010 - 07:18 by Tisha Tolar
You may not think that your baby's plastic bottle can be a serious health risk but you'll need to think again.Posted June 2, 2010 - 06:47 by Fred Lee
Lawmakers are working towards banning drop-side cribs, which can pose a health and safety hazard for your baby.Posted May 21, 2010 - 09:46 by Rhonda Franz
Lenore Skenazy, the writer/columnist/mom/blogger who started yet another crack in the great parental divide when she wrote about letting her nine-year old son ride a subway alone in New York, is encouraging moms and dads to take what may be considered a radical step for today’s parents.Posted May 21, 2010 - 09:39 by Lela Davidson
Pampers' new high tech DryMax material is being blamed for an onslaught of diaper rash and even so-called "chemical burns." But is it all a bunch of hysteria?Posted May 12, 2010 - 08:11 by Margaret Garcia-Couoh
When we were young it was pretty common to see kids with keys around their necks. We all knew (or were) the kids who got home at 3 but Mom didn’t get home 'til 5:30. But we’ve had more and more concerns about safety, and laws and social mores about what is considered neglect has changed. So what’s normal now?Posted April 30, 2010 - 06:43 by Fred Lee
In addition to fun in the sun and exercise, swimming appears to have some developmental benefits for babies.Posted April 21, 2010 - 22:28 by Fred Lee
Tobacco products that look like candy are a legitimate health hazard to children.Posted April 21, 2010 - 22:24 by Rhonda Franz
It's hard to keep up with the research on multitasking. Of course, doing simultaneous jobs is not a new concept for moms and dads. What parent can get along without it?Posted April 15, 2010 - 06:20 by Fred Lee
Adding to the list of hazards of lead exposure, experts now think that it may delay puberty in boys.Posted April 2, 2010 - 07:57 by Fred Lee
Certain personality characteristics seem to predispose kids to being targeted for bullying.Posted March 31, 2010 - 07:34 by Rhonda Franz
With bicycle helmet recommendations, seat belt laws, car seat rules and regulations, and constant warnings in our society about keeping children safe, it’s hard for a parent to make sense of something that appears, at first, to be common sense: Why don't school buses have seat belts?It takes a squad. Get daily stories, news, and advice for you and your family. Subscribe today!
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