Injuries & Accidents

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You'll be shocked at what's really dangerous for children in your home. Don't skip our checklist of 10 safety hazards that could be deadly.

This advice will help keep you calm when your child gets hurt -- and maybe even save her life.

Every year, millions of kids are injured or exposed to toxins right under their own roof. Learn the top ways to keep your family safe.

Is your child sick enough for a late-night call to the pediatrician? If you're really worried about your child, it's always better to call -- pediatricians expect to be awakened in the middle of the night. In fact, doctors say that many parents don't recognize some of the most serious medical situations. Here are the top 10 symptoms pediatricians want you to call about right away.

What to do if your child needs immediate medical attention.

More than 15,000 children are diagnosed with type 1 every year. Make sure you know the telltale signs -- they're all too easy to dismiss.

Children can be magnets for dangerous situations. Do you know what to do if your child needs emergency medical attention? Take our quiz and find out how much you know -- or don't know!

.... Every year, nearly a quarter of all children suffer an injury that's severe enough to require medical... attention and even bed rest. Worse, accidents are the leading cause of death in children ages 1 to 21.... Accidents invariably happen, no matter how careful you try to be, so it pays to be prepared. Here's a primer...

Trust us -- we know these top tips work! We tapped the experts -- Parents.com readers, who swear by each and every one.

When your child can't breathe, every second counts. Here, lifesaving tips you must know.

The best solutions to five of your biggest behavior nightmares.

Whether your child is at the beach or in the backyard, sunscreen is a must. Look for one with an SPF of at least 30 that screens out both UVA and UVB rays, like these picks.

Learn these techniques now, before you need to know.

Nothing can really prepare you for all the situations you're going to face as a mom. But you'll feel better if you know what to do in these seven scary situations.