Tag: "children"
In every game, there’s risk
Parents should know that athlete safety is less about choice of sport and more about a child's training.
Parenthood an elixir for longevity?
Researchers compare life expectancy with marital status and parenthood, to see whether having a child influences how long a person lives.
The sour note on fake sweeteners
Childhood use of sugar substitutes jumped 200 percent from 1999 to 2012—and that's not a good thing.
Master the mealtime matchup
Put down that broccoli and take a breath. You don’t have to go head-to-head with your feisty little one at every meal.
Write your child’s anaphylaxis plan
Caregivers of severely allergic children should know what to do in an emergency—and always have an epinephrine auto-injector on hand.
Low temps, little bundles
No matter what Old Man Winter throws at you, a few smart precautions will ensure your little ones stay warm when you take them out and about.
Tiny batteries, big risk to kids
Used in small electronics such as tea candles, button batteries are a serious swallowing danger to young children.
Layer up for winter play
Sports medicine expert also recommends keeping a change of clothes on hand to replace the cold and wet ones.
There’s magic in those sleigh bells
Santa visits children's hospital patients to share the cheer of Christmas.
Study: Kids are eating healthier
But don't celebrate just yet—they still need more vegetables and less salt.
Toy shopping? Keep an eye on safety
If you're buying sports balls or air guns for your little ones, it'd be wise to get them some eye protection, too.
Beware the karate, kid
High-contact forms of martial arts can lead to sprains, breaks and serious injuries.