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Child Car Seats

… Overview Infant and child car safety seats save lives. A child who is not in a car seat can be badly injured or killed during …

Mobility Problems Getting In and Out of a Car Safely

… Overview How to get in and out of a car If you have problems with mobility or … down, depending on your needs. Some people find that this makes it easier to get in and … car seat has fabric upholstery, you might find that it's hard to slide across it. Try …

Traumatic head injury due to child maltreatment Shaken baby syndrome

… injury due to child maltreatment (Shaken baby syndrome) The most common trigger for shaking … angry or overwhelmed. What is shaken baby syndrome? Traumatic Head Injury due to Child … (THI-CM) is also known as shaken baby syndrome (SBS) or Abusive Head Trauma (AHT). A …

Reasons to immunize your child

The content from ImmunizeBC.ca has moved to HealthLinkBC.ca/immunizations . You’ll find information on vaccines, immunization schedules, after care, and vaccine-preventable diseases and more. …

Child Safety Bicycles and Tricycles

… If you are biking with a baby or young child, the following suggestions can help you … minimize the risk of injury: Don't put your child in a bike seat before they are ready. … a lightweight helmet. These types of child carriers must: Attach securely over the rear …

Crying Child That Is Not Acting Normally

… look for any insects, such as mosquitoes or spiders. If you suspect a dangerous spider (a brown recluse or black widow) or scorpion bite, …

Quick Tips Helping Your Child Stay Safe and Healthy

… the things your child needs to learn to stay safe and healthy. In addition to teaching … or alcohol or do dangerous activities. Skip parties where they know there will be drugs or … is when your child is in elementary school. Teens need to learn healthy habits if they are …

A better immunization experience for your child

… substances. Formula fed babies: A sucrose solution can be given immediately before the … Why? Research shows that this sweet tasting solution, given 1-2 minutes before a medical … in the brain. You can prepare a sucrose solution at home and bring it with you to your …

Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… Anyone who provides care to babies and young children must be aware of the risks of … calculators and handheld games How can I make eating safer for a child? Until children are … babies and young children when they are eating: Offer food in small amounts to prevent …

The benefits of immunizing your child

… 50b Child Immunization Series Protect your children. Get all their vaccines on time. The vaccines are free. Call your local public health unit …