Did you know that injuries are the leading cause of death of children younger than 4 years in the United States? Most of these injuries can be prevented.
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2 to 4 Years: Safety for Your Child
TIPP SHEETS: Injuries are the leading cause of death in children younger than 4 years in the United States, and most of these injuries can be prevented. Firearms in the home, poisons, falls, burns, drowning, and poor safety practices while driving with your child in a car all pose serious threats. These
Diaper Rash—Child Care and Schools
A shiny red rash, pinker than usual skin, or red bumps in the diaper area that may be caused by a yeast called Candida. There are other causes of diaper rash that produce a similar skin appearance but are not caused by an infection.
VIS—Your Child’s First Vaccines
The vaccines covered on this statement are those most likely to be given during the same visits during infancy and early childhood.
Protect Yourself and Help Protect Your Baby: Information for New Moms on the Tdap Vaccine
Congratulations on your new baby! Your baby is the greatest gift you will ever receive. One of your biggest jobs as a parent is to keep your child safe and healthy. One way do this is to make sure your children get all the immunizations they need to protect them from different diseases. But did you know
Your Baby’s First Steps
Here is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics to help prepare you for your baby’s first steps.
Young Children Learn A Lot When They Play
When young children play with children close to their own age, they learn: how to cooperate, when to lead and when to follow, and how to solve problems. Read more about the importance of play for children.
When a Baby’s Head Is Misshapen: Positional Skull Deformities
Many parents wonder if the shape of their newborn’s head is normal. Maybe it seems a bit flat in the back or uneven on one side. Most of these slight imperfections happen when infants spend too much time in one position such as in a crib, a car safety seat, or an infant carrier. The good news is that
Start Reading to Your Child Early
A baby can enjoy books by 6 months of age! Here are things you can do with your child at different ages to help your child learn to love words and books.