Child Abuse Warning Signs to Watch For Speaking as an abuse survivor, here are signs to watch out for in cases of sexual abuse: How to get closer to your kids and spot early warning signs Kids are under so much pressure when they are growing up. That has never been more true today in…
In the eyes of small children, the kitchen is a wonderful and mysterious place full of sights, sounds, smells, and tons of strange metal apparatuses that magically make food. It’s basically the grown-ups’ playroom! But in the eyes of parents, the kitchen is a warzone full of sharp edges and unknown dangers that can potentially…
Cool off on a hot afternoon by jumping into a refreshing pool. But swimming pools can be very dangerous if you lack pool safety equipment.
A child psychologist uses therapeutic techniques to help children and their families address emotional, behavioral, and developmental issues.
Child safety locks for doors prevent children from opening or closing doors. They work by limiting the movement of the door handle or lock.
Crib bumpers are not recommended for use in infants’ cribs. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends against using crib bumper pads.
70 30 custody schedules are a step up from the every other weekend schedule that many separated parents are familiar with. 70/30 custody means the non-custodial parent has their child 4 nights per fortnight on average, compared to 2-3 nights with every other weekend. While a 70/30 split is not normally considered shared parenting, it…
Co-sleeping or co-bedding, where a parent brings an infant into a bed with them for sleep, is risky. The statistics show that. Here is the evidence and proven mechanisms by which having a baby in bed with you can, sadly, result in their death. Nightmare of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome It has been every parent’s…
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission maintains a recall list. The recall list shows many dangerous products that have been recalled due to safety concerns. A significant percentage of the recalled products are specifically targeted for use by children. Here are some examples of recall notices. Playgro Recalls Infant Activity Rattles Due to Choking Hazard…
Tips for fathers facing challenges to co-parent effectively with their ex after divorce. You want to be a cool dad, but things get heated with your ex when she doesn’t respect your co-parenting style. When your kids return to your house, it’s like starting all over again. The most frustrating part is that she knows…