Childproofing Your Bedrooms
October 16, 2019
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- Ensuring furniture and equipment meets safety standards is an important step for childproofing your child's room.
- Scanning your bedrooms for choking hazards and moving them out of reach can help protect your child.
- Securing medicine and firearms is an essential part of childproofing your home.
Childproofing the Kitchen and Bathroom
October 9, 2019
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- While the majority of childhood injuries happy at home, they can be prevented with a few simple steps.
- As your child hits new milestones, you will have to continually childproof your home, room by room.
- Start by childproofing the kitchen and bathroom(s) in your home.
How to Dress Your Baby in Winter
October 7, 2019
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- Cold winter months make it so babies need help regulating their body temperature.
- As a rule of thumb, dress your baby in the same number of layers you would wear plus one.
- Bulky outerwear can interfere with the proper fit of car seat restraints.
Escape Artists: Keeping Curious Kids Safe
September 5, 2019
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- Giving toddlers the independence they want when they start walking can be difficult as they tend to run off.
- Laying out guidelines and expectations can help you and your child navigate situations while still providing some freedom to explore.
- Being aware of everyday household dangers and areas that are hazards for your child can help avoid disaster.
Do We Have to Worry About Ticks in Utah?
August 19, 2019
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- Due to climate change, confirmed cases of Lyme disease have increased here in Utah.
- Guarding against ticks when spending time in the outdoors prevents illnesses that can occur with even a single bite.
- If you find your child has a tick, take care in removing it and treating the area.
Toddler Choking Hazards and Prevention
August 16, 2019
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- Food causes 60 percent of non-fatal choking incidences, with hard candy being the leading culprit.
- Only serve children food that they are developmentally ready for and keep small objects out of reach.
- You and any of your children’s caregivers should learn CPR and choking first aid.
How Can I Stop Yelling at My Kids?
August 8, 2019
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- Staying calm when you really just want to scream can be difficult but can be done.
- Understanding your child's perspective and validating their feelings goes a long way in diffusing a situation.
- Removing yourself from the situation or redirecting your child are great ways to keep screaming at bay.
Surviving Norovirus—or that thing we call “stomach flu”
July 30, 2019
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- Vomiting is usually caused by viral gastroenteritis, also known as the stomach flu.
- Dehydration is the most serious complication from vomiting, so parents should be vigilant about keeping their child hydrated.
- The stomach flu is highly contagious, so be extra careful about hand washing and disinfecting.
Parents and Tech: Is Your Phone Hurting Your Kids?
July 1, 2019
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- Developmental progress in infancy and childhood is heavily reliant on parent-child interactions.
- Excessive smartphone use by parents can lead to distress in young children and discourage them from exploring their surroundings.
- Children can act out when they feel as though they're competing with technology for their parents' attention.
Freshman Mistakes: Guiding your freshman to a successful first year
June 27, 2019
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- The most common freshman problems are homesickness and stress.
- Prepare your student several months before first term by letting them test life-skills from the safety of home and by investigating resources in advance.
- Keep communication open by being an open-minded sounding board for their problems.
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