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How to Choose & Use Sunscreen
With all the options out there, choosing a sunscreen for your kids can be tricky. Here's what you need to know.
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All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety
ATVs are off-road vehicles for recreational use. But kids 16 and younger shouldn't ride them. Find out why, and more, here.
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How Can I Get My Kids to Be Active Outdoors?
Kids parked on the couch watching TV or glued to a computer/smartphone/gaming system are missing out on the great outdoors. It's important for all kids to get outside - here are some ideas.
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Jellyfish Stings
Frolicking in the ocean is a summertime rite of passage, but a jellyfish sting can spoil the fun. Here's how to handle it if someone in your family gets zapped by one of these mysterious sea creatures.
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Road Rules for Little Passengers
Use these tips to teach your kids how to stay safe when riding in a car or on a school bus.
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Booster Seat Safety
Your tot's not a baby anymore! It's time for a big-kid booster seat. But how can you ensure that your child is still safe and secure in the car? Find out here.
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Car Seat Safety
What's the right way to install an infant safety seat? Is your toddler ready for a convertible seat? Get the car seat know-how you need here.
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Poison Ivy
About 60% to 80% of all people get a reaction to poison ivy. Check out this article for tips on what to do and how to avoid poison ivy.
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Safety Tips: Skateboarding
Skateboarding is undeniably cool, but it's also easy for riders to get hurt. Help your kids keep it safe with these safety tips.
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Safety Tips: Hockey
As fun as it is, ice hockey carries a very real risk of injury. To keep your kids as safe as possible, follow these tips.
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Safety Tips: Sledding
Sledding is a lot of fun, but can also cause injuries, some of them pretty serious. To keep your kids safe while sledding, make sure they follow these safety tips.
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Safety Tips: Skiing
Skiing is fun but also has some very real dangers. Make sure your kids follow these safety tips to learn how to stay safe on the slopes.
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Safety Tips: Snowboarding
Snowboarding is a great way for kids to have fun and get exercise, but it has some very real dangers. These safety tips can help keep your kids safe on the slopes.
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Firesetting
Kids often are curious about fire. So it's important for parents to educate them about the dangers of fire and keep them away from matches, lighters, and other fire-starting tools.
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Rules of the Road for Teen Drivers
When teens get their driver's license, parents should consider creating their own rules of the road beyond the relevant driving laws.
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Finding the Right Bike
As kids grow, there are a variety of options for bicycling, from trailers to child seats to independent riding. With a bike that's safe and fits well, kids can learn to love cycling!
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Preventing Dog Bites
Teaching kids a few basic dog manners will help them enjoy safe encounters with Fido.
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Staying Healthy While You Travel
When you're traveling with your kids, there's a chance that someone might get sick. But early planning and smart packing can help ensure your family stays healthy and safe.
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Choosing Safe Baby Products: Strollers
Choosing baby products can be confusing with all the gadgets available. But one consideration must never be compromised: your baby's safety.
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Choosing Safe Baby Products: Infant Seats & Child Safety Seats
Choosing baby products can be confusing with all the gadgets available. But one consideration must never be compromised: your baby's safety.
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Choosing Safe Baby Products: Carriers
Choosing baby products can be confusing with all the gadgets available. But one consideration must never be compromised: your baby's safety.
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Halloween Candy Hints
For health-conscious parents, Halloween can be tricky. Do you set limits? Do you let kids decide how much to eat? There isn't just one right answer.
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Backpack Safety
As practical as they are, backpacks can strain muscles and joints and may cause back pain if they're too heavy or are used incorrectly. Here's how to help kids find the right backpack.
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A Safe and Spooktacular Halloween
From the candy to the costumes, Halloween is a fun-filled time. But it can pose dangers to young revelers. For a trick-free treat, follow these simple safety tips.
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Road Trip Boredom Busters
Road trips can be fun and educational with just a little planning and preparation. Here are some ideas to get your family revved up for a trip long on smiles and short on frustration.
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Tick Removal: A Step-by-Step Guide
Boy, your child's freckles really stand out in the sun - but wait, that one isn't a freckle at all. It's a tick. What should you do?
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Preventing Abductions
It's important to teach your kids to be cautious without filling them with fear or anxiety. Here are ways to lessen the chances that your child will be abducted.
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Farm Safety
Whether your family visits or lives on a farm, it's important to protect kids from dangers with these safety precautions.
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Fireworks Safety
The summer heat, the smell of hamburgers on the grill, and the sound of fireworks can only mean one thing: It's the Fourth of July. Before your family celebrates, make sure everyone knows about fireworks safety.
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West Nile Virus
The threat of West Nile virus has made getting a mosquito bite a cause for concern. What is West Nile virus, and what can you do to prevent it?
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Woods and Camping Safety for the Whole Family
A family camping trip can be an enjoyable experience with a little preparation.
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Cold, Ice, and Snow Safety
In ice and snow, accidents can happen easily. Find out how to keep your family safe - and fit - while the weather is chilly.
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Sending Your Child With Special Needs to Camp
You've decided to send your child with special needs to camp this summer. Now what can you both do to get ready?
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Making the Holidays Safe
Make the holidays fun and healthy by learning how to protect your kids from these common hazards.
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Playground Safety
Following these safety guidelines can make neighborhood playgrounds entertaining and safe for your kids.
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Sun Safety
By teaching kids how to enjoy fun in the sun safely, parents can reduce their risk for developing skin cancer.
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Water Safety
Kids need constant supervision around water - whether the water is in a bathtub, pool, the sea, or a water park. Here's how to keep them safe.
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Making Sure Your Teen’s Job Is Safe
Many teens want to work a part-time job. Find out how to ensure safe employment for your son or daughter.
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Auto Safety
More kids are injured in auto collisions than in any other type of accident, but you can protect them by learning the proper use of car seats and booster seats.
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Evaluate Your Child’s Lyme Disease Risk
Does the threat of Lyme disease make you think your kids would be safer in your living room than in the great outdoors? Find out how to evaluate a child's Lyme disease risk.