Your Family’s Summer Safety Kit: What Every Parent Needs to Know Right Now

In as little as 30 minutes, the inside of a parked car can reach 109°F. No child can withstand this kind of heat. Learn how you can play a part in preventing car tragedies.

Protect your child from tick bites with prevention tips, proper tick removal, and signs of tick-borne illness to watch for.

Keep kids safe while biking with helmet guidelines, road safety tips, and ways to prevent common injuries.

Amazing summer is also "trauma" season, meaning more trips to the ER for injuries and accidents. Favorite summer activities like barbecues, parties and other social activities each present their own unique risks. Here are 8 surefire ways to stay safe from our injury prevention experts. 

Learn how to prevent swimmer’s ear, recognize symptoms early, and know when to seek care for ear pain after swimming.

Keep mosquitoes away with safe repellents, protective clothing, and tips to reduce exposure during peak times.

Keep kids properly hydrated with expert tips on water intake, warning signs of dehydration, and healthy drink choices.

Protect your child’s skin with simple sun safety tips, including sunscreen use, protective clothing, and when to avoid peak UV exposure.

Puberty + summertime = a sweaty combination that probably includes some new odors. What should you know about starting a deodorant or antiperspirant, and are there any health risks? We’ve got you covered.

Reduce the risk of sports injuries with warm-up tips, hydration strategies, and guidance for safe play.

One question pediatricians get all the time is whether or not it's safe to take your newborn or infant outside in the blazing summer heat. The answer is yes, but with precautions

Water play is a major part of making summer memories and many kids are eager to splash around, swim or attend pool or beach parties. However, water can be dangerous and safety is the name of the game. Here are some tried-and-true water safety tips.

Help prevent falls and injuries with safe play practices, proper supervision, and age-appropriate equipment tips.

Playground injuries are very common, but also very preventable. Follow these tips to make sure your child’s time on the playground is as safe as it is fun.

For many teens, the summer slump is real, but it doesn't have to be! Our pediatric psychology team shares 6 ways to keep your teenager empowered, motivated and feeling their best when school's out.