It’s that time of year again! Time to kick off another school year —and time to remind your kids how to get to and from school safely. These suggestions, from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, will get your kids off to a great start.
Read MoreResearch is suggesting that the more time children under two years old spend playing with smartphones, tablets and other handheld screens, the more likely they are to begin talking later, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
Read MoreEven a few serious sunburns can increase your child’s chances of getting skin cancer, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. To prevent sunburn, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that infants avoid sun exposure and wear lightweight long pants, long-sleeved shirts and brimmed hats that shade the neck. When adequate clothing and shade are not available, parents can apply a minimal amount of sunscreen with at least 15 SPF (sun protection factor) to small areas, such as the infant’s face and the back of the hands.
Read MoreYour child’s oral care routine should begin way before your baby’s first tooth appears. Getting into a routine of care for gums and teeth at the earliest of ages can promote a lifetime of good dental health.
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