What do you know about whooping cough during pregnancy? New research has found that pregnant women should receive the full 3-shot series of the Tdap vaccine, which protects against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis. Previously, only one shot was recommended. This is good news for babies…
4 Ways to Talk with Vaccine Skeptics
Talk to your doctor about the risks of getting a vaccination. Shots fired! Shots are being fired right now, and it’s our job as parents to defend ourselves against them. Shots are being fired at us from all directions, but we have armor for this…
Getting the kids vaccinated at the chemist? Make sure it’s recorded properly
Some parents take their children to the chemist for vaccinations. Getting vaccinated at a pharmacy can be convenient, but only if the pharmacist records the vaccines properly. This blog post discusses how important it is to have an accurate immunization record and why you should…
Immunisation for children: Sorting the facts from the fiction
Choosing what to put in your child’s lunchbox can be a hard decision. Add to this the question of whether or not to immunize them and it becomes even more difficult. Immunization is one of those topics that you will find both sides passionately arguing…
Under-12s are catching COVID-19. Here are some reassuring facts
Covid-19 is a virus that can cause flu-like symptoms, but it’s not as serious as the common cold. Under-12s are more at risk for catching Covid-19 because they haven’t been exposed to it before and their immune system isn’t fully developed yet. This article will…
5 Ways to Keep Kids Safe From COVID When Schools Re-Open
Schools are closed for the winter break, but when they reopen in a few weeks students will be at risk of COVID. This virus can cause serious illness and death if not treated with antibiotics. Luckily, there are several ways to keep kids safe from…
Can’t get your kid to wear a mask? Here are 5 things you can try
As a parent, you want to do anything in your power to protect your child from the flu. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that everyone 6 months of age or older should get vaccinated against influenza each year. However, this is…
7 Steps to Clear Baby’s Blocked Nose
As any parent knows, there are few things scarier than your baby’s blocked nose. Breathing is one of the most important things that our bodies do on a day-to-day basis, and when babies can’t breathe it means they’re not taking in enough oxygen to be…
Theme Parks for Kids: How Young is Too Young?
Theme parks are fun, exciting places for kids and adults alike. How young is too young to enjoy them? How old should you be before they become boring? This article will discuss the age ranges that theme parks are appropriate for and the advantages and…