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… marching, and doing other simple activities with your child helps your child develop physical skills. At the same time, you can … skills. As your toddler becomes more mobile and curious, safety issues become very important. At about 18 months of …
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… Is at Risk Domestic Violence and Your Health How It Affects Children Why Victims Stay How to Help Developing a Safety Plan Legal Protection From Abuse Teen Relationship … the abuser may make violent threats against the person's children, other family members, or pets. Abusers may also …
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… being aware and alert. Make sure to always know where your child is. Be actively involved in their activities. And know the people who care for your children, including names, phone numbers and addresses. You … someone else's care. Here is more advice for keeping your child safe: Be sensitive to changes in your toddler's …
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… Quick Tips: Safely Giving Over-the-Counter Medicines to Children On this page: Get Started Get … Like prescription medicines, OTCs can be very dangerous for children if not taken the right way. Be sure to read the … giving OTC medicines to young children. Here are some safety tips for parents and other caregivers. Be careful …
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… On this page: Overview Health Tools Indoor Air Pollutants Preventing Health Problems From Indoor Pollutants Outdoor … poisoning. Lead can cause health problems, most commonly in children. It can also cause high blood pressure, brain … and canned "light" tuna. Check local advisories about the safety of fish caught by family and friends in your local …
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… Fluoride During Childhood On this page: Overview … up to age 3. Ask your dentist if this is right for your child. Use a pea-sized amount for children ages 3 to 6 … fluoride can be toxic. And it can stain a child's teeth. Safety Fluoride is safe in the amounts provided in water …
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… need to suck. But it’s best not to use one every time your child seems upset.  Before you offer a soother, try to find … can also affect the development of teeth. Try to get your child to stop by four or five years of age - before … punishment to make your toddler give up a soother Soother safety checklist If your toddler is using a soother, make …
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… eating for seniors handbook Supporting your condition Food safety  People ages 60 and over are at an increased risk of … illness. Read about how to make safe food choices:  Food safety for vulnerable populations (Government of Canada) … barriers to being physically active for the older adult Preventing falls as you age Active For Health … Physical …
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… Depression in Children and Teens On this page: Health … Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Caring for Your Child What is … any problems. Work with your child's doctor to create a safety plan. A plan covers warning signs of self-harm, …
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… Active Can You Be Physically Active As You Get Older? Preventing Injury and Illness … like playing with your kids, gardening, dancing, or biking. Children and teenagers who are fit may have more energy and … you can hurt yourself if you don't do it right. Always keep safety in mind. Learn about the risks of any new activity …