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The American Academy of Pediatrics. Dedicated to the health of all children.

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  1. Brrrrr! Trying to stay warm during these cold winter months? Make sure your little one is bundled up safely with these tips:

  2. Happy New Year from AAP! Even little ones can join in the fun of making New Year’s resolutions.

  3. Choosing a car seat is very important because car seats save lives! Pediatrician offers tips on choosing a car seat for your child.

  4. Your little ones may enjoy outdoor winter activities, but be sure to set reasonable limits on the amount of time spent playing outside to prevent hypothermia and frostbite. More ways to stay safe & have fun this winter:

  5. Winter can mean fun in the snow, but lower temperatures can also be dangerous for children. Have kids come inside periodically to warm up during the winter months. More safety tips here:

  6. There is still time to ! The flu vaccine not only protects you from influenza, but it protects your loved ones and those closest to you.

  7. A gender-affirming model of care is the first step in a long journey toward building safe, supportive spaces for transgender and gender diverse youth in health care, Dr. Brittany Allen writes in .

  8. Cold weather doesn’t cause colds or flu, but the viruses that do tend to be more common in the winter. Help keep your children healthy by teaching them to wash their hands frequently and sneeze or cough into the bend of an elbow.

  9. Milestones matter! has a free milestone checklists to help parents track their child’s development:

  10. Traveling for the holidays? Though the weather is cold, bulky winter coats aren’t safe for babies to wear when buckled into a car seat. Here are some ways to keep your little ones warm and safe when you’re on the road.

  11. Button batteries are the small round batteries found in small electronics, including flameless candles and novelty toys, but they can cause serious injury if swallowed. Learn what to do to have a :

  12. Frosty the snowman may be a jolly happy soul, but building him means time out in the cold for your little ones. Tips to keep kids warm all winter:

  13. To grandmother’s house we go? Traveling for the holidays can be exciting, but also stressful for a child. Keeping usual routines like sleep schedules can help . Have a with these travel safety tips:

  14. Too many cooks in the kitchen? How to keep young children safe as you prepare holiday meals:

  15. Homes you visit over the holidays may not be childproofed. Keep an eye out for danger spots like unlocked cabinets, unattended purses, accessible cleaning or laundry products, stairs or hot radiators. Have a with these travel safety tips:

  16. Traveling for the holidays? Make sure children ride in an age-appropriate car seat or booster seat, whether for a trip around the corner or across the country. More travel tips from AAP:

  17. It is not too late to get the flu vaccine! Around 80% of all flu cases occur in January, February, and March. Children 6 months of age and up should get the flu vaccine to reduce their risk.

  18. The holidays can be festive and fun, but also busy and stressful. Coping with stress successfully can help children learn how to handle stress better, too. So be sure to take care of yourself both mentally and physically.

  19. Although decorative lights look festive at night, make sure to turn them off when you go to bed or leave the house.

  20. Your little ones may enjoy outdoor winter activities, but be sure to set reasonable limits on the amount of time spent playing outside to prevent hypothermia and frostbite. More ways to stay safe & have fun this winter:

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