WBFF – Staff Writer
It’s almost time to dress your kids in their favorite costumes and take them trick or treating. While Halloween is a fun time, you want to make sure you and your family are safe. Here are some eight safety tips to ensure a safe and happy Halloween.
https://foxbaltimore.com/sponsored/spotlight/8-ways-to-have-a-happy-and-healthy-halloween
Moms – Heather Djunga
One of the healthiest habits a parent can instill in their child is to teach him or her to reach for water instead of sugary drinks. This, however, isn’t always the easiest of feats, especially since most children come with a built-in sweet tooth. The good news is that there are ways to assist your child in developing a life-long habit of regular water consumption. Training for this might seem hard and tedious, but with patience, it can be done! Your child will thank you for it later in life (if not now). Here are 10 ways to help your child to drink more water.
https://www.moms.com/ways-tips-get-children-drink-more-water/
Today – Staff Writer
In growing children and teens, the benefits of sports and exercise are well-established: They have higher energy levels and improved mental well-being, and develop better focus, dexterity, as well as leadership and team-building skills. However, what parents may not realise is that if proper pacing is not observed, children and teenagers can over-exert themselves due to the pressure to excel.
Read more at https://www.todayonline.com/singapore/sports-games-injuries-how-much-is-too-much-for-young-experts-caution-risks-health-problems
The Miami Herald – Bevone Ritchie
Climate change is in the news, as are the young crusaders protesting for increased environmental awareness. If you aren’t helping or teaching your child to “go green,” now’s the time, though don’t be surprised if your kids know more than you do. The topic of sustainability starts, in many cases, in preschool. Here’s some ways to emphasize its importance:
https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/environment/article236393618.html
The Newark Advocate – Staff Writer
Playgrounds provide a fun opportunity for children to explore and exercise. However, such recreation areas can be dangerous for children due to any improper use of playground equipment, faulty surfaces or play areas. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports over 200,000 children are treated in emergency rooms because of playground-related injuries each year. To help your child avoid injury, a parent or responsible adult should supervise the child while on the playground. All of the playground equipment, including slides, swings, monkey bars, etc., should be checked for any rusted, loose or sharp parts to decrease the risk of injury.