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… Playground Safety On this page: Overview Overview Playgrounds are fun places, but they may have hazards that … some basic safety measures can help your child have fun and play safely. Find playgrounds that have safe equipment. Make …
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… able to distinguish fantasy from reality. But they enjoy playing make-believe and dress-up. Have distinct ways of playing. Some children play in rough or physically active ways. Other children of …
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… by following these safety tips. Don't allow your child to play near the garage or driveway or around cars. Make a … before you drive. Closely supervise children while they are playing or riding tricycles or bikes near the street. If you … the street and cars. Don't let a child younger than age 10 play near or cross the street alone. Show your child what …
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… watching you move it under a pillow on the couch. Starts to play pretend. Usually it will be one pretend act at a time, … by 18 months of age: Don't show much of an interest in playing with other children. But they engage in "parallel play." This means that children play next to or along side …
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… has used a walking aid at some time, even if it was just playing around with crutches that belonged to someone else. … stores and pharmacies. Ice tips are also available to use outdoors in winter weather. Avoid slick conditions, such as … stores and pharmacies. Ice tips are also available to use outdoors in winter weather. Avoid slick conditions, such as …
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… starting a conversation while in the car, taking a walk, playing sports, or doing chores together. Make it fun Think … ways to weave in chats about alcohol while hanging out, playing, or goofing off with your children. Watch music … music together to explore and talk about youth culture. Play games and quizzes to get teens talking and sharing …
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… can help your toddler grow in strength and coordination. Play and interact with your toddler. Playing, dancing, marching, and doing other simple … matches, guns, knives, and tools. Also, make sure play equipment is safety-approved. The right balance of …
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… as clutter and inadequate lighting Environmental factors (outdoors): Uneven sidewalks or pathways Steps without … to reduce your risk of falling: Keep stairs, walkways and outdoor steps in good repair and free from clutter Make sure … are solid handrails on both sides of indoor stairs and outdoor steps Make sure that stairs are well-lit and you …
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… fears and concerns and learn new ways of getting along. Play therapy engages children in activities that can help … you make important health decisions. Tyler has always loved playing soccer, has had a lot of friends, and his grades … school, though, Tyler has decided he is not good enough to play soccer and he quit the team. He doesn't hang out with …
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… diapers, make it a special time for talking, laughing and playing with your baby. On this page: General tips How to … creams, pins, etc. out of reach. Give your baby a toy to play with during diaper changes Wipe the diaper area with a … a day. You can lay your baby on an absorbent towel for some play at this time When the diaper area is clean and dry, rub …
