Baby, it’s cold outside
The Canadian Paediatric Society advises keeping children indoors if the temperature falls below -25 C or -28 C with wind chill. But regardless of temperature, be sure to closely monitor the safety and comfort of children in cold weather. Cold weather guidelines here.

Is your government doing enough for kids?
The Canadian Paediatric Society’s report card, Are We Doing Enough?, rates provinces, territories and the federal government on public policy affecting children and youth. Find out more: www.cps.ca/English/Advocacy/StatusReport.htm

Rest assured about vaccine safety
Vaccines are very safe. There are rarely reasons not to get vaccinated. Caring for Kids has answers to common questions about vaccine safety.

Preparing for baby
Baby proof: How to keep a newborn safe.

Your new baby
Pacifiers: A user’s guide for parents.

Your growing child
Winter wonderland: Staying safe when it’s cold outside.

Teens and Tweens
Be in the know about snowmobile safety.

Keep those hands clean
Cold and flu season is the best time to learn proper hand washing techniques.  Hand washing is the number one way to prevent the spread of germs.

Coping with head lice
Head lice are a nuisance but they do not spread disease. If your child has head lice, teach him to avoid head-to-head contact with other children until the lice are gone. More strategies for dealing with head lice.

Product recalls and health warnings affecting children
Stay up-to-date on the most recent product recalls and health warnings affecting children and remember to report any problems with toys to your local Health Canada Product Safety Office.

Chinese versions available
Some of the documents on Caring for Kids have been translated into Chinese (simplified and traditional). Access the full list here.