Reschedule play dates with children who have the sniffles. Colds can be transmitted both a day or two before symptoms appear and up to five days after the onset of illness. Make sure your child receives the proper nutrients to stay healthy. Prevent holiday hazards Traditional holiday decorations are a beautiful addition to any home, but without proper care they may be harmful to children. Inside each bulb is a toxic substance called methylene chloride that can be harmful if swallowed.
Bulbs heat up quickly.
Keep them away from anything combustible and out of your child's reach. Inspect lights to make sure that there are no cracked bulbs, and that the wires have not pulled away from the bulb holders or frayed. Hang streamers, paper chains, and balloons away from heat sources and light fixtures. Keep canned snow sprays out of the reach of children. Although theses sprays are non-toxic, propellants in the can may be dangerous.