Tag: children’s safety
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The Importance of Discussing Pornography with Your Children
Get Pregnant Fast In our youth, the world of pornography was somewhat of a mystery. Sure, there were adult magazines tucked away at newsstands, often obscured behind barriers, and the occasional risqué television channel that made us sweat at the thought of our parents discovering a pay-per-view charge. Unless we stumbled upon an older sibling’s…
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Please Don’t Smoke Near My Kids (Or Any Kids)
Get Pregnant Fast Every morning, I pass a father who walks his 8-year-old son to school. He holds his son’s hand while simultaneously puffing on a cigarette, just a block away from the school entrance. It’s infuriating to watch. I often find myself wanting to stop the car and kindly ask him to wait until…
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What Concerns Me Most About School Lockdown Drills and My Autistic Son
Get Pregnant Fast Every month, like clockwork, I receive a notification from my son’s school informing me about their recent lockdown drill. While the message assures me it’s just a drill, I can’t shake off my anxiety. This recurring event serves as a stark reminder of how autism influences every aspect of my son’s life.…
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The Government’s Hesitance to Research Gun Violence Among Children – AAP Steps Up
Get Pregnant Fast In a concerning trend, the government appears reluctant to support health organizations in investigating the critical issue of gun violence impacting children. Fortunately, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is taking matters into their own hands. A team of specialists is collaborating on a new research initiative aimed at developing “evidence-based interventions”…
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Hey Unruly Drivers — Please Slow Down!
Get Pregnant Fast The buzz around the neighborhood is all about me, and honestly, I wouldn’t blame anyone for talking if they saw me out there in the street, waving my arms at speeding cars like a woman possessed. But trust me, my outburst has a very valid reason: the driving habits in our area…
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Young Boy Saves Choking Friend Thanks to Life-Saving Lesson from His Father
Get Pregnant Fast In a heart-stopping moment that exemplifies the importance of quick thinking and training, an 11-year-old boy named Ethan Parker sprang into action to save his friend, Mia Thompson, who was choking during class. The incident unfolded in their science classroom when Mia began to struggle on a lollipop, signaling her distress by…
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Tragic Loss of Young Lives as Elementary School Collapses in Mexico Earthquake
Get Pregnant Fast In a heart-wrenching event, Mexico experienced a devastating 7.1 magnitude earthquake yesterday, with its epicenter located near Atencingo in Puebla, approximately 75 miles from Mexico City. The destruction left in the wake of this disaster is truly harrowing, with reports indicating at least 200 fatalities and many individuals still unaccounted for. A…
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Should You Vaccinate Your Baby or Toddler Against COVID-19?
Read more As parents navigate the uncertainties surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine for their young children, many are left wondering whether they should vaccinate their little ones. Since the vaccine became available for infants and toddlers, numerous parents have chosen to inoculate their children annually, similar to the flu vaccine. However, some parents remain hesitant, expressing…