Buying used baby gear: how to make the right purchase
Getting ready for your new baby can be expensive. From car seats and cribs to diapers and toys, the dollars add up quickly. You may be tempted to buy used
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Swimmer’s Ear 101
In the heat of the summer, I know that once temperatures start to spike I’ll be seeing lots of kids with swimmer’s ear. I’m not alone - the Centers for
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Get the Scoop on Sunscreen
Happy summer! School is out and the kids are ready for fun in the sun. There seems to be a lot of information out there right now that is making
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Sun, Sand and Safety on the Beach
Heading to the beach this summer? Brush up on your safety skills and review these helpful tips to keep your family safe on the sand and in the surf: •
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Rip Currents: A common beach hazard
Summer is here, the weather is warm and families are flocking to San Diego’s beaches. With 70 miles of coastline, the most threatening hazard to swimmers are rip currents. What
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Three Ways to Keep Your Kids Cool
Summer is here and temperatures are on the rise. Keeping cool isn’t just about comfort – high temperatures can result in heat-related illnesses ranging from heat cramps to heat exhaustion
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The Importance of Immunizations
The Importance of Immunizations It's National Infant Immunization Week! Vaccinating your children helps to protect them against many major diseases including measles, polio, tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis A and B, and
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Great Grains for Babies and Toddlers
Just like grown-ups, babies and toddlers benefit from eating a variety of grains as part of a healthy diet, including whole grains. Whole grains contain many benefits: they are rich
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Home Trampolines: 5 Ways to Keep Kids Safe
Trampolines are soaring in popularity. From backyard trampolines to trampoline-themed recreation centers, children and teens are bouncing up and down to have fun and also to get a bit of
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Button Battery Injuries in Children: What to Know
As household electronics and personal devices continue to shrink in size, they also pose a dangerous risk to infants and young children - many of these items contain small lithium
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