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Toy-related injuries send tens of thousands of children to the emergency room each year. Most injuries occur when parents give their children toys meant for older children.
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One of the neatest things about being a parent is that you get to pick out all sorts of fun toys for your children.
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An estimated 2.6 billion toys, including electronic toys and video games, are sold in the United States each year, according to the Toy Industry Association, Inc. Toys can support cognitive growth, development of fine motor and gross motor skills,...
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An estimated 2.6 billion toys are sold in the United States each year. Toys can support cognitive growth, development of fine motor and gross motor skills, improve problem-solving and attention.
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Although people know toys can be dangerous, injuries can still occur.When it comes to dangerous toys, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) doesn't play around. In one recent year, the government confiscated 2 million toys -- mostly imports seized at U.S. borders.
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If you breathe a foreign object into the respiratory tract, it may become stuck and cause breathing or airway problems, as well as inflammation and infection.If swallowed, a foreign object may become stuck along the gastrointestinal(GI)tract, whic...
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A foreign object may become stuck in the esophagus (food tube) or trachea (windpipe). In that case, your child needs prompt medical care.
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It is generally normal for toddlers to have potbellies. By the time a child reaches school age, the potbelly usually disappears and their bodies seem more proportionate.The belly should feel soft and not tender.
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Detailed information on toddler health There are many common problems facing toddlers that require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.
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It is essential that even young children eat healthy and learn healthy eating habits, in order to develop normally and reach their full growth potential.
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Detailed nutrition information for the toddler The toddler (ages 1 to 3 years) phase can often be challenging when it comes to feeding. Several developmental changes occur at this time. Toddlers are striving for independence and control. Their growth rate slows down and with this comes a decrease in appetite. These changes can make meal time difficult. It is important for parents to provide structure and set limits for the toddler. The following are suggestions to help manage mealtimes so that the toddler gets the nutrition he/she needs:
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Detailed information on toddler play While all children are different and may enjoy different toys and interactions, the following are suggestions for activities and toys for the toddler:
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Parents need to be prepared to focus their energy on soothing, distracting or comforting their child during the flight.
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