Magnets can be extremely dangerous
Keep magnets, even toy magnets that are small enough to be swallowed, away from your baby. If your baby swallows two or more magnets they can attract to one another through your baby’s intestinal walls and become trapped in her body, causing serious injury. Jewelry magnets should be kept in a locked drawer or high out of reach. Read more on how to keep your baby safe.
Teen gambling: What parents need to know
Most Canadian teens say they have gambled at least once, either at home or at school. So it’s important for parents to know when and how gambling can become a problem, and to be alert to their children’s habits.
“Happy Kids, healthy kids!” art contest
The CPS invites kids from across Canada to participate in the Happy kids, healthy kids! art contest. Contest deadline is June 15, 2012. See contest entry form for details.
Preparing for baby
Choosing the best car seat
Your new baby
Your baby’s hearing
Your growing child
Limiting screen time
Teens and tweens
Tan-free teens
Promote reading
Learning to read starts from birth. Newborn babies learn how to read signals all around them by listening to voices, watching faces and reading body language. Here are some tips to promote reading in your home.
Join the Caring for Kids Parent Community
Would you like to help us improve Caring for Kids? We’re looking for volunteers to help ensure that Caring for Kids meets the needs of parents and caregivers. Find out how you can participate.
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.
