Children's Health and Safety Tips

How do you teach a toddler or preschooler to wash their hands the right way? Learn the 5 CDC steps in simple words your child will understand, a song trick for the 20 second scrub, what to expect from age 1 to 6, easy fixes for splashing, rushing and forgetting, safe hand sanitizer tips and a sink poster your child can help make.

Can songs really help your toddler learn to talk? Yes, when you sing together. Learn the simple sing and pause method that speech therapists use, see which words most children say at 15 months, 18 months, 2 years and 3 years, try three easy songs at home, and know the signs that it is time to talk to your doctor about a speech delay.

Not sure your voice is good enough to sing to your baby? Your baby does not mind. Research from Yale, the University of Toronto and Vanderbilt shows singing can help calm a fussy baby, lift mood and build a close bond. Learn what doctors and researchers say, when to start, and simple ways to add more songs to your baby's day, even if you only know one tune.

A home fire can spread in just minutes, so it helps to teach kids what to do early. These simple fire safety tips help parents check smoke alarms, make a fire escape plan and teach kids to crawl low and stop, drop and roll. You will also learn why kids should never hide from firefighters, plus fun songs and games to help your family practice at home.

Halloween is full of fun, but it also comes with dark streets, busy drivers and candy that is not safe for little ones. These simple Halloween safety tips help parents pick safe costumes, stay safe while trick or treating and check candy before kids eat it. You will also find pumpkin carving tips and songs to help toddlers who get scared.

Is your toddler ready to say bye bye to diapers? This simple guide shows you the signs that your child is ready, easy steps to get started and what to do when accidents happen. You will also learn how The Potty Song with Bebo and the penguin family helps kids remember every step, from sitting down to washing their hands.

Does your child get scared when it's time to see the doctor? You are not the only one. This guide shares simple tips for before, during and after a visit, plus honest ways to talk about shots. You will also find songs with Bebo and the penguin family that show kids what happens at a checkup and help them feel better after a boo boo.

Getting a note from school that says "head lice" can make any parent's head itch. The good news is that lice are very common in young kids, they do not...

Runny noses, coughs and sore throats are a normal part of childhood. KidsHealth says colds are the top reason kids visit the doctor and miss school. The American Academy of...

Does your child cry when they pee, need to go all the time, or have accidents after being potty trained? Does your baby have a fever with no clear reason?...

Your toddler is crying on the floor of the store, kicking and screaming, and everyone is looking at you. Sound familiar? You are not alone. Tantrums happen in almost every...

Did you just get a call from daycare saying your toddler bit another child? Or maybe your little one was the one who got bitten. Either way, it can be...