New Rules Regarding the Car Seat LATCH System
New Rules Regarding the Car Seat LATCH System

Article at a Glance The combined weight of your child and the car seat should not exceed 65 pounds when using the LATCH system. Once this limit has been reached, you should use the seat belt system to install your car seat. Both the seat belt system and LATCH system are safe when used properly. … Continue reading “New Rules Regarding the Car Seat LATCH System”

Reasons for Parents to Quit Smoking
Reasons for Parents to Quit Smoking

Article at a Glance Smoking has negative affects on your child’s physical and neurological health—increasing the risk of learning disabilities and behavioral disorders. Secondhand smoke is more dangerous than mainstream smoke. Thirdhand smoke, the residual nicotine and other chemicals that are left behind after smoking, can negatively affect your children even if you don’t smoke … Continue reading “Reasons for Parents to Quit Smoking”

Healthy Eating Habits Start From Infancy
Healthy Eating Habits Start From Infancy

Article at a Glance Formula-fed babies are 2.5 times more likely to be obese as toddlers than babies who are breastfed. Practices like putting your baby to bed with a bottle, encouraging your baby to finish the last bit of formula, and starting solids too soon can significantly increase the risk of obesity. According to … Continue reading “Healthy Eating Habits Start From Infancy”

A Child’s Eye View: Childproofing Your Home
A Child’s Eye View: Childproofing Your Home

Article at a Glance Learn CPR and the Heimlich maneuver. Adapt your childproofing to suit the age of your children. Keep a list of important numbers by the phone in case of emergencies. Childproofing should start before you bring your baby home and continue until your children are well into their teens. Although good supervision … Continue reading “A Child’s Eye View: Childproofing Your Home”

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