Baby
Will the smell of paint harm my children?
Question:
We are going to paint the rooms in our house and I have a 1-year-old and a 2-month-old baby. Isn't the paint smell dangerous for them?
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Chicken Pox in Babies and Toddlers, and During Pregnancy
It used to be that getting chicken pox was a normal yet very uncomfortable part of growing up, but luckily that no longer has to be the case. Early...
Whooping Cough in Babies
You may think that whooping cough is one of those childhood illnesses that were eradicated decades ago. Unfortunately, it's still quite common and ...
What to Do When Your Baby Has Eczema
As a parent, you may feel concerned if you see your baby’s skin covered with red patches. It may help to know that that eczema is quite common in b...
What to Do if Your Baby Has Reflux or GERD
All babies spit up from time to time, especially after they have been fed. But if spitting up — also known as reflux — happens increasingly often t...
Pneumonia in Babies and Children
When your little one comes down with pneumonia, it's natural to feel worried. Fortunately, with proper treatment this illness is no longer as dange...
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Explained
Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a contagious viral infection that most often affects young children and causes painful blisters. If your li...
What Is Roseola?
Roseola is a common and generally mild viral infection that typically affects babies and toddlers. It’s sometimes called sixth disease, exanthem su...
FAQ: Heat Rash in Babies and Toddlers
Having a first-aid kit for your growing family can be helpful to deal for those minor cuts and scrapes, accidents and illnesses that happen from ti...
What to Pack in Your Baby’s First-Aid Kit
Having a first-aid kit for your growing family can be helpful to deal for those minor cuts and scrapes, accidents and illnesses that happen from ti...
Fine Motor Skills in Infants and Toddlers
You might have heard of fine motor skills and may be wondering what exactly they are, and how you can support your child's development in this area...
