March 29, 2004
According to national statistics, each day more than three children die as a result of abuse or neglect in the home. On average, a child abuse report is made every 10 seconds-a total of approximately 3 million child abuse reports annually. The following tips can help protect your children, or those you care for, from becoming a...
March 15, 2004
Most of us don't want to think about deployment. After all, it means time away from those we love! But the fact is that military families do separate. And deployment can be tough when you don't prepare for it. Here are 10 great tips that can help you and your family to make it through deployment.
Good luck on a successful deployment...
March 1, 2004
Parents and caregivers play a big part in making sure children are securely restrained when traveling by car. Here are some tips from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to help keep your children safe.
Many people believe that children who have outgrown child safety seats should use safety belts. This is not true....
February 16, 2004
Nearly 7 million school-age children per year are regularly left home alone, according to a recent report by the Census Bureau. These days, children often take on more responsibility at an earlier age and as a result, feel that they are old enough to stay home alone. Here are some tips from the National SAFE KIDS Campaign:
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November 8, 2004
Parents know the value of learning the alphabet. They recognize that early experiences with letters are an important step toward reading. Still, many parents have questions about taking that step.
When introducing your child to the alphabet, begin with familiar things. Start with your child's name. This builds upon her sense of...
February 2, 2004
Research tells us that parents and caregivers should put babies to sleep on their backs to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Find out more about SIDS and ways to keep your baby safe from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development.
What is SIDS?
SIDS stands for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome....
January 19, 2004
One of the big difficulties both parents and children face when children are cared for by others is the issue of separation. Here are some tips from Zero to Three to help make separation easier.
Good-byes are difficult for little ones, even if it is just a short time. And seeing tears and pleas for staying can make a parent's...
December 22, 2003
An important part of helping your child be ready for school success is making sure your child gets healthy meals and snacks and regular physical activity at home and in child care. Follow the simple guidelines and tips below at home, and talk to your child's caregiver about healthy eating and physical activity.
Healthy Eating...
December 8, 2003
Obesity, or being overweight, is on the rise for children in the United States. Everyone's body has both muscle and fat. But it's the ratio or proportion of one to the other that will determine if a person is overweight or obese. Doctors and other professionals have developed a formula that looks at and rates the ratio of lean...
November 24, 2003
Grandparents who are primary caregivers of grandchildren face many challenges, including legal, financial, medical, and emotional issues.
The first step to determining what kind of support is needed, according to the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), should be to resolve legal questions around custody,...