Swim Lessons: Summer Fun That Saves Liveschevron_right
Pools and lakes are wonderful spots for making happy family memories. But they can also be risky environments, especially for children. Yet drowning is a preventable tragedy. One way to help kids stay safe around the water is by signing them up for swim lessons. Here’s what to know.
Upgrade Your Approach to Kids’ Screen Timechevron_right
Today, more than 50% of kids touch their first screen while still wearing diapers. A reported 95% of teens have access to smartphones. But how much screen time should children be exposed to? To help answer this question, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) created a set of guidelines, and they offer these key points to guide parents.
Proper Dental Care Begins with Baby Teethchevron_right
Healthy teeth are important to your child’s growth and development. They help your child eat right, talk properly, and smile with confidence. Primary teeth, also known as baby teeth, hold space for permanent teeth.
Protect Your Little One from RSVchevron_right
From colds to seasonal flu, parents are always fighting to keep their little ones healthy. But one sickness tends to slip under the radar: respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). This virus infects almost every child at least once before age 2.
The New Secondhand Smoke Danger for Kids: Cannabischevron_right
children may face a new threat: secondhand smoke from cannabis (also known as marijuana). As states legalize marijuana, more kids may be breathing in the harmful chemicals and toxins from smoking and vaping.
When Growing Up Hurtschevron_right
Both grown-ups and kids can hurt their bones. But because they are still growing, children have special kinds of injuries.