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How to Know When to Give CPR to Toddlers Video Created: Friday, February 10, 2012 Updated: Friday, February 10, 2012
Determine when it is the right time to give CPR to toddlers before doing so mistakenly. Check out this video to recognize the signs of choking and when CPR is applicable to toddlers.
Legally Pay a Babysitter - How to Legally Pay a Babysitter Video Created: Tuesday, January 10, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Want to learn about the different forms that are needed in order to legally pay a babysitter? Here, see information about paying a babysitter on the books.
How to Know When Babies Need CPR Video Created: Wednesday, January 04, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, January 04, 2012
A baby may need CPR if you cannot arouse the baby and his chest does not appear to raise with breath. Learn how to know if a baby needs CPR with this tutorial.
Child CPR - How to Give CPR to Children Over 4 Video Created: Thursday, June 23, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Child CPR differs slightly from the CPR you would perform on an adult, and it's important to know how to do both. Here's how to properly perform CPR on a child over 4 years old.
Toddler CPR - How to Perform CPR on Toddlers Video Created: Thursday, June 23, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Giving CPR to a toddler can be a difficult task; it's a much more delicate process than it is with an adult. Here's a guide on how to give CPR to a toddler.
Child CPR - How to Know When to Give CPR to Children Over 4 Video Created: Thursday, June 23, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Performing CPR on a child is a serious matter that one should make sure is the proper course of action before taking. Here's a guide to how to know when to give CPR to a child over 4 years old.
How Asthma-Friendly Is Your Child-Care Setting? Created: Sunday, January 16, 2005 Updated: Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Children with asthma need proper support in child-care settings to keep their asthma under control and be fully active. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute has developed a checklist for p..
Trick or Treating - Safety Tips for Parents on Trick or Treating Time Created: Friday, September 10, 2004 Updated: Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Before your kids gleefully go trick or treating this year, here are some safety tips you should know to make sure the occasion is spook-tacular!
Grandparents Created: Tuesday, September 07, 2004 Updated: Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Grandparents should be honored for their knowledge and guidance throughout the year, not just on Grandparents Day. Families should cultivate relationships between grandparents and grandchildren, s..
Kid Play Date Protocol Created: Sunday, April 01, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Having a successful play date for all kids and parents involved can require planning and communication. Here are important protocols to note to help everyone leaves happy!
Fun Activity Ideas for Teaching Fire Safety Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Fire safety does not necessarily need to be a serious or scary topic for kids. The key is for the kids to learn how to escape from a fire safety; not to become scared of being in a fire. By tailo..
Planning Your Child's Doctor Visit Created: Wednesday, March 08, 2006 Updated: Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Most parents would prefer to do just about anything over taking kids to the doctor. But the activity is unavoidable, and proper planning can help to make the experience a more positive one for adu..
Is Cost of Child Care Too High? Created: Tuesday, November 21, 2006 Updated: Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Does the cost of child care seem high to you? Often, you get what you pay for, and finding high quality child care that also meets your budget can be found.
Child Care Providers: Why You Should Get Your Flu Vaccine Created: Friday, October 26, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Much has been written on the flu shot or flu vaccine sprayed into the nostrils and its benefits. But, if you don't fall into the higher risk categories of those recommended to get the seasonal or ..
Beat Back-to-School Blues Created: Wednesday, August 09, 2006 Updated: Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Kids can get the back-to-school or fall routine blues. Here's how to beat them so youngsters begin the school year with a positive attitude!
Spring Fever Fun for Kids Created: Monday, March 13, 2006 Updated: Tuesday, November 16, 2010
It's spring, and time to shed those winter doldrums and get outdoors to smell the flowers and enjoy the warming weather. The spring season offers all sorts of fun and entertaining holiday and mild-..
Carsick Kids Created: Tuesday, April 24, 2007 Updated: Thursday, September 30, 2010
There's nothing like having a kid who gets carsick to put a damper on vacations or even a trip down the highway. Here are some prevention trips to try to make the outing a success for everyone.
10 Ways To Foster A Child's Creativity Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Thursday, September 02, 2010
Aahhhh, the magic of childhood! It's a time when when kids' imagination have no limits. Creative children view the world as endless possibilities and adventures, and can imagine their life as a p..
Moms - Balance Family Life and Self Time Video Created: Tuesday, February 20, 2007 Updated: Monday, August 02, 2010
Anne-Marie Barton shares her thoughts on how Today's modern moms can maintain their sense of self.
Prepare for a Babysitter - How to Prepare for a New Babysitter Video Created: Wednesday, May 30, 2007 Updated: Saturday, July 31, 2010
You can ease the stress of a new babysitter with a little bit of planning. Find out what information you should give the sitter and how to prepare your children for the new visitor.
Finding a Babysitter - How to Choose a Good Babysitter Video Created: Monday, April 28, 2008 Updated: Saturday, July 31, 2010
Finding a reliable babysitter is an essential task for any parent who wants to spend an occasional night on the town. Learn some tips on how to choose a babysitter for your children, and you'll enj..
Day Care - How to Prepare Kids for Childcare Video Created: Thursday, August 30, 2007 Updated: Saturday, July 31, 2010
Transitioning to childcare outside the home can be stressful for kids and parents alike. This video offers some ideas on how to prepare your kids for day care.
Child Health: Teach Kids to Help Stop Spread of Germs Created: Wednesday, September 28, 2005 Updated: Friday, June 11, 2010
There are many good health habits adults can teach kids to help minimize the spreading of germs. The healthy habits should begin at home and then reinforced at a child's care setting or school.
How do you discipline your child? Created: Wednesday, April 08, 2009 Updated: Monday, February 01, 2010
Is there a perfect way to discipline a child? Approaches vary greatly, and parent opinions can differ dramatically, but in the end, the best approach is the one that works best with your child. R..
Babysitter Disaster Stories Created: Wednesday, April 08, 2009 Updated: Monday, February 01, 2010
If you're lucky enough to secure a babysitter to watch your cherubs while you celebrate a well-deserved night-on-the-town, here's hoping you feel the time away was worth it if you return home to so..
Which Type of Child Care is the Best? Created: Wednesday, April 08, 2009 Updated: Monday, February 01, 2010
Which is best? Daycare; using a family child care provider in their home; hiring a nanny, au pair or babysitter in your home; choosing an academic-based preschool; or using a friend or relative? ..
Do men make good child care providers? Created: Thursday, April 09, 2009 Updated: Monday, February 01, 2010
Who says men can't make wonderful child care providers? After all, many fathers are wonderful, hands-on parents and more and more men are the ones staying home to raise kids while their career par..
Should You Let Your Child Go on Daycare Field Trips? Created: Tuesday, April 14, 2009 Updated: Monday, February 01, 2010
Field trips for kids always sound like so much fun. The exciting activities help relieve parental guilt that their child doesn't get to go special places, especially during summer months or breaks..
Do you think cell-phone usage should be banned while driving? Created: Monday, April 20, 2009 Updated: Monday, February 01, 2010
A growing number of school districts, municipalities and even states are considering banning talking on a cellphone while driving. Most exempt hands-free cell phone usage, but does that put an end..
Do you buy your child's teacher a gift? Created: Tuesday, April 28, 2009 Updated: Monday, February 01, 2010
The holidays, teacher appreciation days, and end-of-year parties are the most popular times to show appreciation to your child's teacher or child care provider. Do you buy a gift, and if so, what ..
Saving money during today's tough economic times Created: Wednesday, May 06, 2009 Updated: Monday, February 01, 2010
The recession isn't going away anytime soon, so a growing number of families are hunkering down and tightening household budgets. This may mean changes in daycare, child enrichment and camps, and e..
Avoiding summer brain drain with your kids Created: Friday, May 08, 2009 Updated: Monday, February 01, 2010
Kids need to keep their newly-learned academic skills intact over the long days of summer. But how? There are a variety of programs available, and kids may have so much fun that they don't even r..

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