Trisha Korioth, Staff Writer Can your child swim? Can you? All parents and children over 1 year old should learn to swim, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). This is especially important if your child is at a high risk of drowning. Your child should learn basic swim skills: entering the water, coming […]
Kids Safety
One of the goals of a parent is to prevent harm, as a child is not yet capable of anticipating the risk of hurting themselves in a given situation. Two important keys to childproofing a space are using physical barriers and age appropriate education on danger areas. During the first months of life, there is […]
September 14, 2018Kids Safety
Sudden infant death syndrome is defined as the death of an infant under 1 year of age that is unexplained and sudden. These events are always tragic, especially if the infant was thriving prior to death. There is still much that is unknown about the triggers for SIDS, but a lot of research has given […]
Kids Water Safety
Helpful Tips from Oviedo's Favorite Pediatricians
July 14, 2018
Living in a warm climate like Oviedo, allows people to enjoy the weather for most of the year, including access to water and water activities. But for children and teens, there may be dangers associated with water activities; safety must always be a priority. The reality is that drowning ranks as the fifth leading cause […]
Is Your Child’s Sunscreen Helping or Hurting Them?
Quick tips on choosing and using the best sunscreen for your little ones
Summer is officially here and many kids and their families are spending more time outdoors enjoying the sun, but with increased sun exposure comes the risk of Sunburn and other problems. Here are a few quick tips from your favorite Pediatricians in Oviedo for choosing an effective and safe sunscreen for your child and […]
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