How to support your kids during the COVID-19 Pandemic We are certainly living in unprecedented times. And while the childless are going on about how much extra time they have to teach themselves knitting or French, those of us with children are possibly finding ourselves now working, parenting, and trying to teach from home. We’re also keeping our young ones entertained in the same space day after day, while also trying to keep some sense of normalcy and answer their (many…) questions. …
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Preventing Poisoning in Children
Dr. Mom Helps You “Poison-Proof” Your House Did you know that poisonings in children under the age of 6 accounted for nearly half of all poison exposures in 2018? Protecting our kids is important. Below are some tips to help “poison-proof” your house: Most Important:Children will swallow anything! During childhood development, the mouth serves an important role in sensory development; this is why babies and young children put everything in their mouth. Try to view all products and items …
Respiratory Infections in Kids
Most parents know that kids are excellent incubators and tend to catch and share their illnesses, especially with each other. Respiratory infections are very common, and can be difficult to differentiate because of similar or overlapping symptoms. Some symptoms can even be quite scary - like a high fever. Here are some tips to help you know when a cold is just a cold, and when you need to seek treatment. Common Symptoms of an Uncomplicated Respiratory Illness: Runny noseRed …
