Safety & Preparedness

One-third of adults text while driving with children passengers, according to a study recent insurance study. Watch Robin Miller, MD,  explain why talking on the phone or using a hands free device are not any better. Full Answer

The best car seat for your child is one that will fit them for the stage of life they are in. If you choose to go with an infant carrier just know you may have to purchase a bigger car seat once they exceed the weight and height limit, which for some... Full Answer

Falls are a common reason for trips to the Emergency Department (ED). If you have a second floor, keep those windows closed and locked or protect them with safety bars. If furniture can be climbed on, don’t put it near a window. In homes with young... Full Answer

Because more childhood injuries are associated with bicycles than with any other consumer product except automobiles, wearing a helmet while bike riding should be non-negotiable. Sixty percent of serious bicycle-related injuries are head injuries.... Full Answer

Each year, more than half a million Americans will end up in emergency rooms because of bicycle accidents. Head injuries account for one third of the emergency room visits, two thirds of the hospitalizations, and three fourths of all deaths.... Full Answer

From the very first time your child gets on wheels and starts to push around, I think you should have the helmet as part of the routine. Put a helmet on, then you get on. If your child regularly rides without a helmet, I think you should make a... Full Answer

Recreational riders will stop to snack, but if you are riding for time or racing you don’t want to get off your bike. Eating while on the bike takes some practice and concentration. A mouthful of food can affect the rhythm of your breathing... Full Answer

Fate is fate. But that doesn't mean you should accept any accident as karma's way of paying you back for the time you shaved $33 off your taxes in 1994. You can prevent plenty of unintentional problems by intentionally preparing yourself. ON THE... Full Answer

Here are some ideas for helping your other children manage the family newbie: Get Them Involved Early. Talk to them about what's happening (that is, if they don't notice your growing belly); discuss potential names you're thinking of; even consider a... Full Answer

Here are some ideas for helping Fido prepare for the family newbie: Prep the Smell. Have a friend or partner bring something home with the baby's smell on it (like a receiving blanket) and give it to your pet before you return from the hospital.... Full Answer