little girl in car

Sometimes babies are so peaceful and quiet in the backseat that we can forget they are even there, and it can be tempting to leave a sleeping baby in the car so we don’t have to wake them up while we quickly run into the store. But leaving a child alone in a car can lead to serious injury or death from heatstroke, even in cooler temperatures. Here’s some helpful information for parents about preventing heatstroke in cars.

mom spraying kid's legs with bug spray

Is it safe to use bug spray?

Bug spray with DEET certainly has a use for kids who are camping in a marshy, swampy area with a lot of insects or are otherwise exposed to many biting insects. But heavy duty bug spray isn’t necessary for everyday use, such as at backyard picnics or barbeques.
asthma inhaler

Preventing a summer asthma flare-up

During the summer, higher levels of air pollution, sudden weather shifts and even thunderstorms can trigger asthma symptoms. However, with the right preparation, parents can establish a highly effective routine for preventing a summer asthma flare-up.

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