Summer Safety Tips from Westchester Health Associates
000Now that school is out and the summer is kicking into gear; it is time for children to enjoy some “fun in the sun.” Hiking, playing in the park, swimming…
Use Caution With Small Inflatable Summer Pools
000 Portable and inflatable pools can pose risks to children. The Consumer Product Safety Commission reported that between 2004 and 2006, 47 drowning deaths occurred that involved inflatable pools. Since…
Why do celebrities and high power moms avoid the child care topic?
000As I flip through the latest editions of newsstand magazines, I often notice articles that feature celebrities boasting that they don’t require the services of a nanny. The articles usually…
Domestic Workers Bill of Rights
000By Susan Tokayer, owner, Family Helpers A reconciled bill was passed by both the New York State Assembly and The State Senate two weeks ago. The bill that passed mandates…
U.S. will ban drop-side cribs by end of 2010
000U.S. will ban drop-side cribs amid safety concerns By the end of 2010, it will be illegal to sell a drop-side crib. And public places such as daycare centers and…