Monthly Archives: April 2012

 

Shopping for a Bike: What You Need to Know

Article at a Glance • For younger children, bike trailers are safer than rear-mounted bike seats. • Don’t buy a bike or helmet that your child will eventually grow into; it won’t be safe unless it fits now. • Head injuries are the leading cause of injury and death when riding a bicycle—wearing a helmet is your best protection.


Taking the Headache Out of Earaches

Article at a glance:

  • Common signs of an earache include tugging on the ears, fever, fussiness, or ear pain.
  • Your pediatrician is in the best position to diagnose and treat an ear infection.
  • Prevent earaches by keeping your children up to date on their immunizations, avoiding secondhand smoke, and washing their hands frequently.

 
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