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Danger in the Driveway
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Fatal backover incidents have reached epidemic proportions. How can parents of the most vulnerable age group, toddlers, keep their children safe in their own driveway?
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Gun Safety for Families
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Whether parents own guns or not, they must proactively address issues of gun safety with their children. Heed these tips on when and how to begin teaching.
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Car Safety Tips that Save Lives
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Good driving habits are vital to keeping families safe on the road, but parents need to be aware of additional safety issues not taught in driver's ed.
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Make Your Backyard a Danger-Free Zone
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Help your toddler stay safe outside this summer by learning about the hazards found in your own backyard.
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Safety On the Street
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Losing a child when away from home is every parent's worst nightmare. Here's how you can help keep it from happening.
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Childproofing Around the House
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One of the biggest threats to their children's safety and well-being that parents overlook is their own home.
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Baby's Sensitive Hearing
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Your baby has been listening to the muffled roar of your world since about the 24th week in utero. Gain an understanding of Baby's hearing.
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Baby's Gums and Teeth
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How to care for your baby's gums and emerging teeth.
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Coping With Climbers
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Learn how to cope with climbing--The mere word is enough to strike terror into the hearts of experienced and inexperienced parents alike.
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Baby Fat
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Should you be concerned if your little bundle isn't so little?
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Toddler-Proofing Checklist for Your Home
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Safety checklist for your home to keep your adventurous toddler safe while allowing your child the freedom to explore and discover.
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Great Ideas for Healthy Nibbles
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Toddlers often need a nourishing snack to tide them over until the next regular meal. Try some of these 12 toddler-approved healthy snacks.
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First Aid for Your Baby's Accidents
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When your baby has her first accident, here's how to make things better.
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Sniffle Season: How to Protect Your Child from Colds and Flu
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Baby can get through a case of the sniffles with no problem, but bronchiolitis, influenza, stomach virus, and rotavirus require more care.
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Benefits of Having a Fever
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Fever is not a disease in itself -- it's an important part of the healing process.
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Summer Rashes & Stings: How to Avoid and Treat Them
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Take these sensible precautions and before you know it, your child will be ready for another carefree day of summer fun outdoors.
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Food Allergy Fact and Fiction
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The facts on baby food allergies, smart feeding strategies, hidden food dangers and more.
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Getting Your Toddler to Eat Healthy Foods
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Does your child eat a handful of this and a handful of that, but little of what he or she needs nutritionally? Read on for some tips from a nutritionist on how to get your toddler to eat healthily and happily.
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Tips for Happy and Healthy Travel
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How to prevent vacation spoilers like tummy troubles and earaches from tripping up your family getaway.
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Smart Snacking Habits for Kids
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Kid-pleasing solutions for the day's toughest "meal."
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Creative Ideas for Fun Indoor Physical Fitness
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It's hard to keep your little munchkins busy and active when the weather won't cooperate. Try these fun ideas to turn your garage and home into a healthy kids' haven!
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Toddler Nutrition Made Easy
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By toddlerhood, children are ready to try a variety of new foods. How can you help little eaters get the most out of their meals?
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When Should You Worry About Baby's Fever?
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Most pediatricians feel that any temperature, taken by any method, that is 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher is considered a fever. Learn more.
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Ear Infections in Young Children
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More than three out of four children will have at least one ear infection by their third birthday. If left untreated, these infections can lead to permanent hearing loss. Learn more.
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Childhood Respiratory Illnesses
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Many illnesses can be treated successfully at home, but it's important for parents to know when to seek more aggressive treatments. When is a cold just a cold - or something more?
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Sun Safety for Babies and Toddlers
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Research shows a link between childhood sunburns and melanoma/skin cancer risk in adulthood. Learn how to keep Baby safe in the sun.
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When Baby is Sick
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Colds and most illnesses caused by viruses will go away on their own. In the meantime, here are some helpful hints about caring for your sick baby.
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What About Those Peepers?
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Parents can never be too proactive about their children's health, and that includes eye health.
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Too Hot to Sleep
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Like anyone, babies have trouble falling asleep--and staying asleep--when they are too hot. Here's some beat-the-heat tips for babies.
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Sunscreen Smarts
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Answers to your burning questions about how to protect your family and still have fun in the sun.
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Sneaky Solutions to Picky Problems: Feeding Fussy Eaters
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When it comes to feeding fussy eaters, what they don't notice won't bug them.
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That Lovin' Feeling
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Some couples go through a real drought postpartum. Here's some tips on how to rekindle your sex life after baby.
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"I Frew Up"
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Toddlers tend to vomit without much hesitation or control. What's behind the barfing?
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Transitioning from Breast Milk to Formula or Formula to Cow's Milk
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Keep these tips in mind for a smooth transition whether you're looking for the best way to transition from breast milk to formula, or from formula to cow's milk.
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Creative Ways to Exercise with Your Toddler
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Toddlerhood is when habits of physical activity become wired in the brain. And with obesity rates doubling among preschool-age children, it's a great age to instill good physical and dietary habits.
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Healthy Snacks for Toddlers and Young Children
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With a little pre-planning you can provide snacks that are both healthy and fun for kids.
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Getting Back in Shape After the Baby
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Find out the best approach when you're faced with the desire to fit back into those pre-pregnancy jeans.
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Homemade Baby Food-Is it Right for You (or Your Baby)?
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A look at the nutritional value of homemade baby food versus opening a jar. Plus guidelines for those who feel comfortable making their own baby food or using a combination of jarred products and certain, special homemade foods.
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Healthy Baby Food-Smooth or Chunky?
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Typical signs on how to know when your baby is ready for solid foods and the best way to introduce them.
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The Goodness of Breast Milk
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Breast milk nourishes your baby unlike any other. Find out why many doctors and pediatricians call breast milk the perfect food for babies.
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The Basics of Infant Formula
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If your baby's bottle contains infant formula, rest assured that you've made a safe and nutritious choice. While scientists cannot replicate breast milk exactly, today's infant formula contains a similar mix of the nutrients your baby needs to thrive.
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Real-Life Beauty Ideas for Real Moms
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When you look good, you feel good--and now that you have a little one, feeling good about yourself is more important than ever!
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Tips for Toddler Safety
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Taking some steps to childproof your little one's environment will make things much easier on you both.
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Healthy Eating for Toddlers
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Because food preferences are established early on, now is a great time to tap into your child's sense of "exploration" by presenting a wide range of healthy snack, meal, and drink choices.
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Stairway Safety for Babies
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Stairways indoors or out pose a monstrous baby hazard. Get tips on types of safety gates and how to help your baby master stairs climbing with you by his side.
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Managing Your Baby's Hair
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Even babies have bad hair days! Learn how to make sense of cradle cap, infant hair loss, color changes, and more.
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Fantastic Finger Foods
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A little creativity in food presentation can go a long way towards rendering nutritious meals palatable, even for picky toddlers!
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Chew on This—What's OK for Baby to Put in Her Mouth
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Mouthing is an important part of how babies and young children explore their world, but this developmental phase can be hazardous if parents don't take proper precautions.
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Beyond Baby Food: Create Family Meals Using Your Infant's Food
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Baby food isn't just for babies anymore. Try using leftovers to create flavorful, nutritional meals for the entire family!
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Heavy Lifting: A New Mom's Guide for Avoiding Injury
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Lifting your baby. Carrying a car seat. Holding your toddler in your arms. It can all wreak havoc on your back, shoulders, and knees—unless you do it correctly. Here's how.
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9 Safe Alternatives for Treating Children's Cold Symptoms
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Your child is congested and miserable, but headlines are reporting unsafe cold and flu medicines. Use these simple, doctor-approved remedies to ease your baby or toddler's symptoms.
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"My Tummy Hurts"
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Making sense of your child's sore stomach symptoms - and what you can do about them.
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The Runs, the Toots and the Troubles
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Not in polite company, you say? Diarrhea, gas and constipation can make your child miserable. So let's talk
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Electrical Dangers for Toddlers
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How to protect your toddler
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Safeguard Your Backyard
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Make the most of your outdoor living space with these kid-friendly safety tips
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Top 9 Car Seat Mistakes
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Common car seat dangers and how to avoid them
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Crazy for Noodles
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Healthy recipes for pasta lovers big and little
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Tips for Healthy Backs
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Protect your back as you lift your baby.
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Make Your Backyard a Carefree Environment
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Ideas to make your backyard a safe place for play.
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Tips to Tempt Tiny Taste Buds
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Ideas for helping your baby transition to healthy fruits and vegetables.
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Getting back to YOU
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Finding time for your partner after you've had a baby.
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Toddler Safety tips for Holidays & Special Events
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plan ahead and keep these tips in mind to keep any occasion a safe and happy one.
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15 Tips to Ease Baby Allergies
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Do your child's sneezes, wheezes and itchy skin add up to allergies? Here's how to provide relief.
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Taking Your Child's Temperature
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There are several different methods of taking a child's temperature. Learn how to get the best reading possible.
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What Doctors Look for at Well-Baby Visits
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Regular checkups are important for tracking your baby's health and development. Here's a guide to what you can expect at your Baby's checkups.
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10 Rules for Summer Safety
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Dust off your grill, and grab your swimsuits; the lazy days of summer are here! With the right tools and preparation, summertime can be a relaxing and safe time for you and your family. Here are 10 ways to avoid seasonal mishaps.
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Babyproofing Your Home from Top to Bottom
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You'd be surprised at how easy it is for a baby to get into trouble. Create a safe place by babyproofing every room in your home.
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Updated: The Kids' Food Pyramid
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Advice on bringing the Food Pyramid down to size -- a child's size!
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Tiny Bites, Big Nutritional Needs
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Learn what nutritional requirements your growing toddler needs, get tips to prevent mealtime battles, and discover meal ideas for even the pickiest of toddlers.
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Keep an Eye on the Eyes
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Eye infections are common among infants and toddlers and can range from the simple to difficult to cure. Get tips for preventing and treating eye problems.
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