Learn how to properly care for your child if they have been bitten or scratched by an animal.
Information for parents about indoor and outdoor safety, car and travel safety, and poison prevention. Also find first aid resources including information about animal bites, insect bites and sunburns.
Learn how to recognize life-threatening bleeding, prevent shock and stop severe bleeds.
Find a list of supplies and medicines to include in a first aid kit. It is recommended that there be an equipped first aid kit in the house and in the car.
Learn how to prevent, recognize and treat Lyme disease.
Learn about the importance of routine health care. Also find information about the importance of sleep and physical activity and how much your child should be getting.
Learn how to treat cuts, scrapes and other minor injuries in children.
Discover how to recognize, treat and prevent insect bites, bee and wasp stings, and when to seek medical attention.
An overview on how to properly care for your child's burn.
An overview of what the recovery position is, when you might need to use it and how to put your child in it.
Discover the causes and rates of post-traumatic stress disorder in children and teens.
Read about some of the things you can do if your child has a tooth injury.
Learn how to identify signs of poisoning in your child, and how to treat and prevent it.
This article describes what to consider when your child decides to become a vegetarian.
If your child has a weak immune system learn how to protect them against infection.
Menstrual suppression uses medications to make periods more manageable. The following decision aid will help you learn about the options available for menstrual suppression and identify the options that may be best for your child or teen.
How to avoid, recognize and treat spider bites and scorpion stings.
Human papilloma virus (HPV) is an infection that causes warts and possibly cancer. Learn about how it is passed on, treated and prevented.
Hang out with Rachael as she walks you through an animal-themed calming and sleepy guided relaxation. Perfect for before bed or when you're feeling anxious or stressed.
Learn where injectable insulin comes from and how it works.
When a child experiences a dog bite it can impact them and their families. Find out what to expect after a dog bite and how to support your child.
CPR is a life-saving technique that combines chest compressions and rescue breaths (mouth-to-mouth resuscitation). Along with hands-on CPR training, this information can help save your baby's life.
Burns can lead to permanent scars. Find out how to prevent your child from getting a burn injury and what to do if a burn does occur.
An essential list of books, videos, and websites to aid new parents in raising a child to the best of their abilities.
