Trying to keep your house as safe as possible can be\ndifficult. You may like to use a checklist as a starting point for making your\nchild\u2019s environment safer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Put poisonous materials as high as possible and\nnever put them into old drink containers.<\/li>
- Have childproof locks fitted to cupboards.<\/li>
- Keep cords tucked away and use safety plugs on\nunused power points.<\/li>
- Have an electrical safety switch installed.<\/li>
- Place hot foods in the center of the table.<\/li>
- Store medicines in a locked cupboard or as high\nas possible.<\/li>
- Try to dress children in non-flammable clothing.<\/li>
- Never leave a child alone in a car and always\nuse properly fitted child restraints.<\/li>
- Always stay with your child while bathing them.<\/li>
- Never leave buckets of water or paddle pools\nfull of water. Be sure to empty them to prevent drowning.<\/li>
- Check for things that a baby can pull down on\nthemselves.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Car seats<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is an important and legal requirement that you\nhave an approved car seat that is fitted properly to keep your baby safe.\nRemember, any objects left in the car can become potential flying objects in an\naccident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nImmunization<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Immunization protects children against harmful infections\nby using the body\u2019s natural defense, the immune response, to build resistance\nto infections. Some children may have a reaction to the immunization, so speak\nto your health worker about what to look out for and seek medical advice if\nthis happens. Many childcare centers will not accept children who have not been\nimmunized. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fevers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fevers can occur in any age group for many reasons such as infections, reactions to immunizations, or illnesses like the flu. When your child\u2019s temperature is above 37.5 degrees, they have a fever and should be seen by a doctor. To help reduce the fever, sponge the child or a baby with lukewarm water and then dress lightly. Do not bathe the child in cold water. Paracetamol should help reduce the fever, but be sure to use correct amounts for their age and weight. Never give more than directed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tantrums<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Almost every child throws a tantrum at some point. This\nis their way of expressing anger or frustration. Maybe it is because they are\nnot getting something they want, or they are frustrated at not being understood\nor they are simply overtired. They are not being deliberately naughty, but it\nseems to them to be the only way to get what they want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Teething<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Teething can be a very stressful time in a baby\u2019s life and even for the parents. Babies get their first tooth at around six months. Some main signs to watch for in teething babies or children may include: rosy red cheeks, dribbling, biting and chewing on things, poor appetite, diarrhea, or a sore red rash on their bottom.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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