Guide to Safe vs. Unsafe gifts for kids!
As the holiday shopping rush begins, parents want gifts that are fun, age-appropriate and — most importantly — safe. But with so many new products on store shelves and online […]
How to keep your kids hydrated and safe in the summer heat
As a pediatrician, one of the most common and preventable issues I see during the summer months is dehydration in children. With school out, kids are often outside for longer […]
How to prevent swimming-related illnesses
How to prevent swimming-related illnesses The best way to prevent swimming-related illnesses from spreading is to keep germs out of the water in the first place. Public pools, water parks, […]
Is It a Cold or Allergies? How to Tell the Difference
A change of seasons can cause sniffles, coughing and congestion that keep your child home from school or child care. How can you figure out whether they have a nasal allergy or […]
Five facts to know about measles
Measles is a viral infection that’s highly contagious and serious for small children, but it is also 97 percent preventable by a vaccine. While measles was declared eliminated in the United […]
Fact About Head Start
Facts About Head Start NHSA Shared Messaging
The dos and don’ts of fevers in children
Every child gets a fever from time to time, and usually it’s nothing to worry about. In fact, it’s the body’s way of fighting off infection such as viruses and bacteria, so […]
How to Buy Safe Toys
How to Buy Safe Toys Kids can have a lot of fun playing with their toys. However, it’s important to keep in mind that safety should always come first. Each year […]
Halloween Safety For You and Your Kids
Halloween is an exciting time for children. The prospect of dressing up in fun costumes and going trick-or-treating with friends can be a highlight of autumn. As fun as it […]
Tips for a smooth back-to-school transition
Transitions, regardless of whether they are wanted or not, are challenging! Although many children will say that they look forward to going back to school, the transition can bring about […]