Dec
28
Waaaaah! What does it all mean?
December 28, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Babies have a language all their own.
At first, you may not be able to differentiate between the cries: Does your baby need a clean diaper? Does your baby’s tummy hurt? Is your baby simply bored?
Learning how your baby communicates will take time. But no matter how well-versed you become at baby babble, there will be times […]
Dec
14
Help your kids weather the winter, part 2
December 14, 2007 | Leave a Comment
How to recognize and treat frostbite.
What is frostbite?
Frostbite can be a very serious condition. It occurs when the skin and outer tissues become frozen and most commonly affects the extremities – the fingers, toes, ears and nose. Kids are more susceptible to frostbite because they lose heat faster than adults and they’re a little more […]
Dec
11
Help your kids weather the winter, part 1
December 11, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Keep them toasty in smart fabrics & lots of layers.
The youngest and oldest among us are most susceptible to the effects of inclement weather. From hypothermia to frostbite, winter’s chill can cause serious harm.
Here are some tips to keep your young ones warm and toasty all season long:
A good rule of thumb is to dress children […]
Oct
4
Cold and flu season just around the corner – prepare for the inevitable.
October 4, 2007 | Leave a Comment
The weather is getting cooler, the kids are back in school and the leaves are starting to change.
Yes, it’s that time of year again – cold and flu season. Because their immune systems are still developing and they’re starting to explore and touch everything they can, babies and young children are extremely susceptible to airborne illnesses.
You […]