Plastic baby bottles are convenient, cheap and unbreakable. But they pose some risk of exposure to chemicals and microplastics. Here’s what you should know.
Tag: child safety
What to Do If Your Child Eats Toys, Magnets or Batteries
Infants and young children will put anything in their mouth. Learn the most commonly ingested objects, whether they’re dangerous and what to do when kids swallow something they shouldn’t.
7 Tips for Keeping Your Child Safe in a High Chair
You’d think a high chair would be safe for your child. But the findings recent research show an alarming increase in the number of high chair and booster seat injuries. Find expert tips to keep your child safe.
Reduce Your Child’s Risk of Choking on Food
It’s important to know which foods are the biggest choking hazards for your little one. We go into detail about which food to avoid and how to prevent choking.
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A Guide to Childproofing Your Home
Keeping your home safe for your children extends way past baby-proofing. Learn how to childproof your home for every stage with this helpful guide.
Should You Put Masks or Cloth Face Coverings on Infants?
We know kids 2 and older should wear masks, especially when social distancing can’t be practiced. But how do we protect infants? Learn what you can do from a pediatric infectious diseases physician.
10 Things Parents Should Know About Children and Concussions
Learn 10 things parents should know about concussions in children, including concussion symptoms and which youth sports have the most concussions.
Household Cleaning Products Can Be Dangerous to Kids (and Here’s How to Use Them Safely)
Calls to poison control centers regarding household cleaners and disinfectants are up 20% since COVID-19 started in the U.S. Here’s how to use them safely and keep your kids safe.
Childhood Trauma’s Lasting Effects on Mental and Physical Health
Traumatic events in childhood can increase the risk of physical and mental health problems in adulthood. But you can take steps to help children recover.
Frostbite Can Happen in Minutes
Frostbite can develop sooner than you may think. All it takes is 10 minutes in -10 F. And it takes even less time to develop the early stage of frostbite, called frostnip.
