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Reducing medical trauma in kids is straightforward. So why aren’t we doing it?

An expert shares how to make your kids feel more safe and comfortable with medical professionals.

Updated Jan. 12, 2023
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Is it OK to go through your kid’s phone?

Doctors weigh in on this sensitive topic.

Updated Jan. 05, 2023
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5 water safety tips to share with all your kids’ caregivers this summer

The founder of Goldfish Swim School shares her top tips for keeping kids safe around the water this summer.

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
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Toddler saves family from fire after parents lost sense of smell to Covid

The little boy woke up his mom by saying "Momma, hot!"

Updated Jan. 27, 2022
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The surprising factor that makes car seats less safe

If it's not specifically approved by your car seat's manufacturer for use with your seat, you shouldn't use it.

Updated Sep. 29, 2022
mom putting sunscreen on a toddler at a beach

How hot is *too* hot for baby to go outside?

Take these important steps to prevent heat-related illness in little ones.

Updated Jul. 15, 2024

Here’s what experts want you to know about keeping kids safe around fireworks

"The National Fire Protection Association says that sparklers account for more than one-quarter of emergency room firework-related visits."

Updated Jun. 27, 2022
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Drowning doesn’t look like drowning—here’s what parents need to look for

Drowning is not the violent, splashing call for help that most people expect.

Updated Nov. 08, 2021

Safety + self-expression: Why we’re crushing on these kid-designed bike helmets

Thousand asked 100+ kids to weigh in on their design process—and it shows.

Updated May. 21, 2021

How to keep your kids safe online

Knowledge and open communication go a long way.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022
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Heads up, mama: It might be time to toss the bath toys

Why one mom shared her now-viral story about bacteria in bath toys.

Updated Aug. 27, 2022
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Baby first aid: How to treat injuries & when to call the doctor

An expert outlines 7 common injuries in babies and exactly what to do for each.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022

Kids need to play together outside—here’s how to do it safely

Here's why outdoor play, and lots of it, should be at the top of your to-do list, especially now.

Updated Aug. 28, 2023

When a mass shooting hits too close to home

I'm an immigrant mom and I fear for my family every day

Updated May. 20, 2022
raw chicken

Don’t wash your raw chicken, says the CDC

But Twitter users disagree, hard.

Updated Jan. 11, 2022
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