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Laundry Room Safety For Grandparents With Dementia
Just like we baby-proof our homes to keep our kids safe, older adults with dementia need to be protected as well. Adults suffering from Alzheimer's disease or other cognitive disabilities can get confused easily and accidents can happen in an instant. Use these simple caregiver safety tips to keep the laundry room safe. Packets up!
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Should Men Get Paternity Leave From Work?
Paternity leave is a controversial subject. But one study in Sweden has shown that taking paternity leave is actually good for mom's health. Here is one women's story about managing without paternity leave - as well as other arguments in support of how paternity leave is beneficial for children in the early years and beyond.
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5 Simple Steps For Laundry Room Safety
As an emergency room nurse, I have witnessed first-hand plenty of accidents involving children that could have been prevented- including the ingestion of household items. It only takes a second for those tiny, delicate hands to get into trouble when a home isn't properly child-proofed. So in honor of emergency nurses week this October and my desire to encourage other parents to take an active stance in child-proofing their homes, my #1 safety message this year is to encourage parents to put their packets up!
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7 Essential Items Your Nanny Needs From You
Going back to work is hard, but leaving your baby in the hands of other is so much harder. The only thing you can do is prepare the best that you can (and remember, its probably way harder for you then it is for them!). Here is a list of essential items your nanny needs from you so you go back to work without worry.
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Important Emergency Information To Leave With Your Nanny Or Sitter
In the spirit of being overly prepared, I made this comprehensive list of important information to leave with our nanny and sitter- and it is on our refrigerator for easy finding. Here is a list of information that you should leave with your nanny and sitter so they are prepared in case of an emergency.
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