Responding to a Choking Emergency Although children under age four are most at risk for choking on food and small objects, youngsters in their middle years can choke too. A number of foods or other items (for instance, hot dogs, poorly chewed pieces of meat, grapes,...
One of those necessary life skills every child needs to learn is brushing his or her teeth. Each child has different skills and needs parents helping him or her brush. 1. Keeping the child engaged in brushing While you should brush twice a day, doing it...
11 Ways to Encourage Your Child to Be Active Did you know? Only 1 in 3 children are physically active every day. Less than 50% of the time spent in sports practice, games, and physical education class involves moving enough to be considered physical activity. Children...
Be alert for the following warning signs of dehydration, and notify a pediatrician immediately if any of them develop. Signs of Dehydration in Children and Infants Mild to Moderate Dehydration in Children: Plays less than usual Urinates less frequently...
Did you know some of the most common foods such as dairy products, seafood, and kinds of wheat can cause your child to have an allergic reaction? These are called having a food allergy. There are several symptoms to be on the lookout for when trying to determine if...
When Your Child Needs Emergency Medical Services It is uncommon for children to become seriously ill with no warning. Depending on your child’s symptoms, you should usually contact a pediatrician or a pediatric urgent care, like KidsStreet Urgent Care for...
