What To Do If Your Child Breaks A Bone
What To Do If Your Child Breaks A Bone

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  • Common signs of a broken bone are a bump or change in shape of the bone, intense pain, bruising, or swelling.
  • Children's bones are more flexible and have a thicker covering; making them harder to break and faster at healing.
  • Children usually do better during medical procedures when prepared ahead of time, so let your child know what to expect.
Tips on Making Your Pediatrician Visit a Success
Tips on Making Your Pediatrician Visit a Success

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  • Spending time with your child role-playing, explaining any procedures, and talking about why it is good to visit the doctor will help your child feel less anxious about the visit.
  • Write down any questions beforehand and be ready to provide the doctor with any needed information. Don’t be afraid to ask questions if you don’t understand something.
  • If you act like going to the doctor is a positive experience, your children will be more likely to feel the same.
How Safe Are Shopping Carts?
How Safe Are Shopping Carts?

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  • An average of 66 children a day are treated in the emergency room for shopping cart related injuries.
  • Instead of placing your child in the shopping cart, consider using a stroller or baby carrier.
  • If you do place your children in a shopping cart, make sure that they are properly strapped in and that you stay by their side.
Keeping On Top of Product Recalls
Keeping On Top of Product Recalls

Article at a Glance Most federal agencies allow you to get recall information through emails, apps, and social media. Recalls.gov pools product recall information from six different federal agencies for you. Register new products with the manufacturer to be notified of any recalls. This is particularly important with products like cribs, highchairs, and car seats. … Continue reading “Keeping On Top of Product Recalls”

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