Decorating a nursery or toddler's room is part of the nesting process but can be expensive and overwhelming with all the choices these days. There are so many home decor options, gadgets and deal sites that the entire process can seem daunting and costly. Moms who are "in the know" have some secrets for getting the luxury items they want, but at deep discounts.
It's not too late for a flu shot: What you may want to know
Pharmacies, doctors' offices and walk-in clinics - you have more opportunities than ever before to get that all-important annual flu shot. But if you'll be getting yours somewhere other than the doctor's office, you might wonder just who is giving you that shot and what that person's qualifications are.
Medication safety for children: important advice for caregivers
Each year, an estimated 71,000 children are treated in emergency rooms for accidental medication poisonings, many of which are caused by dosing mistakes. Thankfully, while most issues are resolved by health care professionals or poison control resources, extreme cases that go untreated can result in complications, particularly in very young children. Experts provide tips on how to avoid common medicine mistakes.
House fires happen more frequently during the winter months each year due to holiday decorations, malfunctioning furnaces and increased use of cooking appliances and fireplaces, according to the U.S. Fire Administration. Fire Prevention Month in October is a good time for homeowners to make fire escape plans and take steps to prevent house fires. Every member of your family, from your youngest child to the oldest senior, can help to protect your home from fire and learn how to assist others in getting out in case a fire does occur.
Whether you're flying across the country or driving to grandma's house, traveling with kids - of any age - can be stressful, especially during the holidays. There is a 33.4 percent chance that a flight will be late, cancelled or diverted nationwide during the winter holiday period, according to a USA Today survey. How do you entertain your digitally savvy kids during hours spent in cars, busses, trains or planes?
Considered "America's best idea," national parks provide travelers undisturbed views of natural wonder as far as the eye can see and provide a unique backyard oasis where postcard views meet real, life-altering experiences. All this unrivaled beauty, when combined with opportunities for exploration and easy accessibility, makes the national park system a popular vacation choice for today's travelers.
Germ hotspots to look out for during cough and cold season
We're reminded time and again of the good health habits we should practice during the winter germ season - wash your hands, cover your cough and stay home when you're sick. While you likely know these basics, you might not be aware some of the most common places germs tend to congregate and spread. Taking proper care to kill germs after you come into contact with these germ hotspots can be one of the keys to staying healthy this season.
Bringing a new pet home is an exciting experience but requires some preparation. That adorable, ball of energy covered in fur will interact with just about every inch of living space and your life is about to be enriched in ways you've never dreamed possible.
Fever facts for parents: What you should know when treating your child
With cold and flu season also comes fever season, and across the country, parents will experience anxiety levels that rise in tandem with their children's temperatures. But a child's fever doesn't have to be a scary experience for parents. Here are some things to know about managing a child's fever.
