Creating a safe and healthy home environment allows you to maximize your child's growth with minimal risk.
What Can Parents Do?
- Child-proof your home
- Use age-appropriate car seats
- Be aware of the dangers of lead poisoning found in old paint chips and paint dust
- Feed your child a healthy, nutritious diet and avoid high-fat foods
- Visit your child's physician and dentist regularly
- Ensure your child is up-to-date on immunizations
- Encourage outdoor play and exercise
