As you bundle up the kiddos for outdoor fun this winter, be mindful that if you’re placing them in a car seat then dressing them in layers – not a bulky coat – is the best way to keep them safe and warm. “The way we bundle our kids for a car ride and a […]
From A to Zzz’s: Safe sleep practices for your precious grandbaby
Some things never change when it comes to caring for your grandbaby. Cuddle baby, burp baby, bathe and dress baby, rock baby to sleep. But, there is plenty that has changed since you had your own child, especially when it comes to safe sleep practices. Sleep guidelines are one of the areas that have changed […]
New hazards can arise during the winter months (Video)
As the cold weather sets in and the kids are spending more time inside, parents may find that they have more than cabin fever to worry about. In this video, injury prevention coordinator Heather Trnka discusses other potential hazards related to the cold, dark days of winter.
Enjoy the thrills, avoid the spills, this Halloween (VIDEO)
Halloween is the one time of year when it’s necessary – even fashionable – for parents to have eyes in the back of their heads. In this Children’s Channel video, Heather Trnka, EMT-P, EMS-I, the injury prevention coordinator for Akron Children’s Hospital and Safe Kids Summit County, discusses ways to keep little boys and ghouls from […]
Distracted drivers aren’t getting the message (Video)
At highway speeds, a car travels more than a football field in the time it takes a driver to send the average text message. In this Children’s Channel video, Heather Trnka, injury prevention coordinator at Akron Children’s Hospital, discusses texting and other distractions that create life-threatening situations for drivers and passengers alike.
How to tell if your child is ready to stay home alone (Video)
When are children old enough to be left home alone? This is the question facing many parents as their children near their teen years and are looking for a little more independence.
