What’s better than a snow day when you’re a kid? Getting a chance to run outside into the snow, throwing a snowball and making snowmen and snow angels before running back inside to have hot chocolate and marshmallows? Nothing, really. Except, of course, staying safe! Today, we’re looking at a …
Read MoreSometimes, folk wisdom is backed up by scientific evidence. Chicken soup can actually help you recover from a cold, for instance! But in most cases, there’s little to no truth in them. Separating fact from fiction can help keep your family healthier this winter, so read on to bust some …
Read MoreAccording to Johns Hopkins Medicine, about 5% of all children worldwide have some kind of food allergy. That figure is up nearly 20% over the last ten years. Life-threatening reactions can occur if kids are exposed to even a trace amount of the triggering food, so it’s important to pay …
Read MoreNormally, the most important things to worry about around the holidays is who is bringing the cranberry sauce for the family dinner. This year, however, things are a little different. In the midst of a global pandemic, gathering the entire family under one roof might not be as simple as …
Read MoreThe holidays this year are likely to be lacking in many of the traditions we hold dear. Visiting family and friends, sharing food and presents, gathering to celebrate with our communities–all of this and more may be restricted by the ongoing pandemic. For children, this year’s holiday season may be …
Read MoreWinter weather has arrived early in many parts of the country. Snow, freezing rain, and cold wind represent hazards to children, who have a harder time regulating their body temperature than adults. Keeping kids safe during cold weather is about more than just wearing a hat when you they go …
Read MoreIf you plan to trick-or-treat this year, remember that there’s more to it than finding the perfect costume. The route you take should be safe, well-lit, and popular enough that there aren’t long stretches without any porch lights on to welcome trick-or-treaters. You should also check the map of registered …
Read MoreEspecially with the holidays coming up, keeping an eye on your kids can be challenging while preparing food for guests or holiday celebrations. Let the kids join in and they’ll love spending time with you and helping you prepare. There are some kitchen basics you’ll want to cover to keep …
Read MoreEspecially for new parents, choosing the safest car seat for your child can be a daunting task. There are so many options and if you are not sure what to look for, you may end up picking one that is not meant for your child. Transitioning them as they grow …
Read MoreAlthough Halloween will look a lot different in 2020, many communities are still finding a way to celebrate. Kids may end up wearing masks over their face paint as they do contactless trick-or-treating. But they’ll still come home with candy–and that means you need to check their haul of sweets. …
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