Summer is the time to kick back, relax, take family vacations, play outside and enjoy the warm weather. It's also a time when accidents are likely to happen because people are outdoors and more active. Lee Beers, M.D., pediatrician at the...
The long days of summer bring hours of fun and excitement to kids of all ages. From swimming in the pool to playing baseball in the sandlot and eating Popsicles, summer days and nights are packed with many different activities. But besides making...
Summer is a time to spend outdoors playing games or swimming in local pools. However, the University of Maryland Medical Center reports that there are 3 million visits to emergency rooms due to injuries related to car accidents, bike crashes,...
Summer is the most active season because with the warm weather brings outdoor activity and sports. The sun and heat can also bring sunburns, heat exhaustion, dehydration and heat cramps. Avoiding these common problems takes only a little...
When summer rolls around, practice summer safety fun tips. You may enjoy playing in the sun, but some types of summer fun result in injury and illness. Listening to summer safety fun advice and following it may protect you from certain dangers....
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2005 there were 3,582 unintentional drownings in the U.S. About a quarter of those drownings occurred to children under 14 years old, and for every fatal drowning, there were four...
Most kids are out of school during the summer, which means they travel more in the family car on vacations or going to and from activities. They also spend more leisure time outside. Drivers should take special precautions when they have child...
Don't think that slathering sunblock on your child when you arrive at the beach will keep them protected. Sunblock needs to be reapplied every hour, especially when children are sweating or in the water. Kids often rub it off while playing or...
Along with the warm weather, summer also brings many hidden dangers. From the local playground to the lake campground, there are many safety concerns such as drowning, heat exhaustion and bug bites. In fact, the MedlinePlus website notes that...
Summer is a time for sun, fun and celebration. Unfortunately, it can also be a time for overindulging in decadent foods and other not-so-healthy habits. General and season-specific guidelines like eating healthfully and wearing sunscreen can help...
Outdoor activities such as trips to the playground, pool or beach are frequent during the summer months. When your children spend time outdoors in warm weather, you must take several precautions to keep them safe and prevent dehydration, sunburn...
The sun can damage your skin irreversibly. This damage often begins at birth as parents unknowingly expose children to dangerous UV rays. Even a simple trip to the park can result in sunburned skin if you don't take proper precautions. Infants...
When it's really hot outside you probably can't wait to jump into the pool with your child, but before you do, take a moment to think about safety. Drowning is one of the leading causes of death for children under age 14, and a large number of...
You may think it was just yesterday that your child could barely pedal his tricycle, and now he wants a two-wheeler bike. Perhaps your slightly older child has outgrown his bike and is ready for the next size and model. Buying a new bicycle for...
If you went to the mall in 2007, you probably saw youngsters zipping around on Heelys, shoes with wheels in the heels. Heelys combine footwear with rollerskates, and can be fun to wear, but if you or your children are interested in them, be aware...
It is important to take careful safety precautions when your baby is around water, especially because KidsHealth website states that a baby can drown in less than 2 inches of water. If you want to take your baby on a boat, make sure that he is...
Rollerblading or inline skating is an enjoyable outdoor activity that can help to keep you fit. It is also a great way to spend time with your family. Rollerblading requires balance, coordination and practice. It is important to follow some...
Toddlers love to spend time outside, romping in the waves and soaking up sunshine. Many parents rely on sunscreen to shield a kid's skin from the sun's potentially harmful rays. Sunscreens are chemical agents designed to prevent the sun's...
When the temperature rises, so too does interest in kiddie pools, that summer staple in backyards everywhere. Kiddie pools give your little ones a great place to splash, play and stay cool on scorching hot summer days. Generally made of hard...
Many infants show a natural affinity for the water and, of course, you want to share your love of the ocean with her. There is no rule that says when you can take your infant into the ocean or another body of salt water, but most experts agree...
When your child suffers blisters with her sunburn, you feel terrible, too. You might wonder what you did wrong or how she got so sunburned. Children will get between 50 and 80 percent of their lifetime sunburns before they turn 18, the KidsHealth...
In 2009, 630 died from crashing their bicycle with a motor vehicle, reports the U.S. Department of Transportation. Countless more experience fatalities or injuries due to falls and other accidents. Wearing the right safety gear while riding a...
Fishing is a sport that gets people out of doors into the fresh air and sunshine. The Alagnak Wild River is one of Alaska's most prized rivers for fishing. Fishing this area of Alaska is an ideal activity for reducing the stress of regular working...
Keeping kids safe from harm is one of a parent's responsibilities, especially when your child is small. As your child gets older and is away from home more frequently, it is important he understands how to stay safe in various situations. Continue...
The Redwood National Park encompasses both rugged Northern California coastline and dense forests, which features some of the world's tallest trees. The Redwood National Park consists of separate parcels of land. State parks link the north and...
Children as young as 4 or 5 years old may enjoy learning to ride a bicycle. Start young children with a tricycle or a bicycle with training wheels to teach them basic bicycle safety without worrying about mastering the balance required on a "big...
Children, like adults, need to practice good habits for optimum health. Proper nutrition, safety in and out of the home, and healthy practices such as exercise and wearing sunscreen will decrease your child's chances of health problems in the...
Spider veins are also known as spider nevi or telangiectasia. In children, spider veins are usually cosmetic problems and may be asymptomatic or create mild discomfort. The veins can occur at any age and may appear to worsen or recede, depending...
Each summer, thousands of kids wind up in the emergency room for campfire-related burns; approximately half of them are not even 4 years old. But your children don't have to be one of the statistics. If you're taking kids camping, there are a few...
