It’s not just the baby’s waking hours that come with risks and dangers. During sleep time, you can also do a lot to minimize the risks and protect your baby. Here are some steps you can take to create a safe sleep environment for your child, whether…
Throughout their life, especially in their younger years, your child will spend a lot—if not the majority—of their time at home. So making your home as safe as it can be should be a priority. In the youngest years, your efforts will mostly be in…
The different seasons and weather systems in Atlantic Canada can create risks and hazards for children. This page describes important safety considerations about related to:storm and hurricane safetyhot weather safetywinter and snow safetyStorm…
Congratulations! This is an exciting time, and sometimes an anxious time. After all, you’re responsible for this little human who depends on you for their health and safety. One of the best ways to prepare for the days, weeks, and years ahead, is to…
If your child is between 1 and 3 years old, they may be behaving much more independently than ever before. But keep in mind that their brain is still in very early stages of development, and they still depend on you completely for their health and…
If your child is between 3 and 5 years old, they’ll likely be extremely active, curious, and interested in trying new things. But keep in mind that their brain is still in very early stages of development, and they still depend on you completely for…
If your baby is between 6 months and 12 months old, they completely depend on you for their health and safety. The best way to protect them is to be aware of the risks your young baby faces, and what actions you can take to help keep your baby safe…
Cannabis in all forms is a drug, and therefore a poison risk for children. Cannabis edibles—foods, candy, or chocolate infused with cannabis oil—have become a popular alternative to smoking cannabis in Canada, and are perhaps an even greater risk…
If your child is between 5 and 9 years old, they could be feeling—and acting—extremely independent, and will take many more risks when they play. But their brain is still developing, and they won’t really understand the possible consequences of the…
Motor vehicle crashes remain the leading cause of death for children. So as a parent or caregiver, minimizing the risks associated with driving is one of the best things you can do to keep your child safe. As the driver, it means you should be…