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8 Tips for Beach and Pool Safety
One of the best summer activities is playing in water! Whether you’re digging your toes in sand at the beach or laying out poolside, there are many ways to […]
Continue ReadingTop 10 Toy Safety Tips
From blocks and baby dolls to Hatchimals and Paw Patrol, there are more toys available than ever! Toys can encourage the imagination, promote learning, and help little ones develop motor […]
Continue ReadingNational Facial Protection Month
National Facial Protection Month at Dr.STITCH Any injury can be scary, but an injury to the face can be particularly traumatic. Facial skin is more delicate, plus facial injuries put […]
Continue ReadingWinter Recess Activities on Long Island
Did February school vacation sneak up on you this year? Winter recess is right around the corner and if you still have empty spaces on your family calendar, we can […]
Continue ReadingSafety Tips Calendar
When it comes to keeping children safe, many parents rely on instinct and experience. This new year, make a resolution to be informed and proactive in order to safeguard your […]
Continue ReadingThe Dr.STITCH Guide to Winter Activities on Long Island
As crisp fall days give way to colder temperatures and daylight becomes more condensed, it can be tempting to hunker down inside. For those of us with children at home […]
Continue Reading4 Thanksgiving Safety Tips from Dr.STITCH
Thanksgiving is a joyous occasion to spend time with friends and family enjoying good food. Indeed, Americans spend a lot of time, money and energy to plan Thanksgiving cooking and […]
Continue ReadingPreventing and Treating Toddler Tumbles
For parents, the time between baby and big kid is one of the most precious, but it can also be one of the most precarious. Jerry Seinfeld once said, “Having […]
Continue ReadingFall Sports Safety
The school year is starting and so are fall sports! With those practices and games comes the risk of injuries. If your child is beginning a new sport, it is […]
Continue ReadingPrevent Warm Weather Burns
If you are a parent or child care professional, you are probably well aware of the dangers posed to little ones by unattended cooktops, fireplaces, or even a curling iron […]
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