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It's a given (hopefully) that pregnant women and kids don't light up. There's been enough consciousness raising about the dangers associated with cigarette smoking that if an adult decides to smoke — while knowing all the risks — that's their business. Or is it? The harmful effects of secondhand smoke on children and expectant mamas are pretty unsettling. Test your knowledge on what Read more
If parents didn't worry about their kids, there would be something else to worry about. In addition to the many entertaining and educational applications for kids, there are several designed for a higher purpose: to keep tots safe. Keep reading for 8 apps that will help keep your lil ones safe and sound, and give their mamas some peace of mind. Read more
Along with the excitement that (hopefully) accompanies tots' return to school this Fall are risks. According to the National Safe Kids Campaign, 2.2 million children under the age of 14 are injured in school-related accidents each year. Between worrying about everything from the flu to school bus accidents, sending kids off to school isn't exactly a worry-free experience for parents. Take our Read more
Everything changes when a baby comes along, especially parents' perspectives on safety. Every decision is made with protective goggles on as parents want the best bottles, the healthiest food, and household products without toxic chemicals. This is especially important when it comes to washing tots' tiny clothes and cloth diapers. What's good for baby is generally what's good for earth, and Read more
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recently released tips for consumers to practice safe toy purchasing this holiday season. So while you're scrambling to find last minute gifts, you may want to follow the CPSC's safety tips for buying safe toys: Magnets – For children under age six, avoid building sets with small magnets. If swallowed, serious injuries and/or death can Read more
It seems like boating season unofficially begins on Memorial Day weekend with everyone headed to their lake houses, weekend river residences, or the beach. In different parts of the nation, boating accidents, injuries, and unfortunately fatalities are on the rise. Now that I've captured your attention, let's review a few tips on boating safety. Boater's fatigue is real, and it can wear you Read more
Cooking with your kids can teach them all kinds of lessons, from timing and measuring skills to cutting and cooking techniques, and it gives them a greater appreciation for the food that is served at the table. As an added bonus, kids are usually more willing to try new and healthier foods if they are part of the cooking process. These seven websites inspire kids of all ages to cook with mom or Read more
One of the first places eager parents try to babyproof is the staircase. And while stair-related injuries to kids dropped 11.6 percent from 1999 to 2008, a child is still treated for injuries that occur on or near their household stairs every six minutes. For infants, 25 percent of the injuries occur when mom and dad are carrying the tot down the stairs. According to a new report in a March 12 Read more
Packed parking lots and crowded stores aren't playgrounds for kids, but most parents have to take their tykes shopping at some point. To ensure your children's safety during trips to the mall — especially during the hustle and bustle of the holiday season — check out these simple tips that provide peace of mind. Read more
We're excited to share this post from our partners at BabyCenter! Every week, we will be bringing you the best parenting and lifestyle stories from the experts at BabyCenter, including this post from Evonne Lack about avoiding the dangerous trap of competitive parenting. The comparison game is one new moms know well. Even when we try to avoid the "does your baby do this yet?" questions, it's Read more
