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School’s out for the summer, so safety considerations shift as kids spend more time at home, on their wheels and near the water. Read on for safety tips to make this your best—and safest—summer ever! Safety on Wheels With bikes, scooters, skates, skateboards and all-terrain vehicles, kids likely spend more time on wheels during…
Vibrant colors make your kids easier to spot in a crowd—and under water, too. Dressing your kids in bright, standout colors is a given when planning their outfits for events with large crowds of people. But color also matters when it comes to swimsuits. Good visibility is crucial when they’re in or around a pool…
Many fond memories are built at overnight summer camp. It’s a rite of passage in some families, developing resilience and independence. With residential camps in full swing again this summer, we’ve collected some tips to make the experience safe and fun for your campers. 1. Make the Sleepaway Camp Decision How do you know if…
The grand adventure of parenting includes several changes along the journey. Kids experience incremental changes throughout childhood as they move from dependence to independence. Babies grow up and become preschoolers who transition into elementary school, then middle school, and on to high school. Supporting children through these transitions is key to their physical, emotional and…
A big part of parenting tweens and teens is educating ourselves about the latest social media apps and spotting potential pitfalls before our children get hurt. From simple embarrassment to much more dangerous situations, the risks of social media and other app use are real. Most teens use social media, and while there are good…
Take a few moments to consider some items you might be glad to have on hand following a pediatric surgery…
