We have to be very careful that we don't use adult predictors and measures for children. It's on the Center for Disease Control's Website. It's important to know that there are resources. Parents can volunteer to work in schools so that the teachers can have sufficient support when children are on playgrounds. Petition your senators to have good playground facilities in your schools and communities.
Parents have to be advocates for their children.
That means that you are active in school and community government boards. Today, several medical associations have joined with the Food and Drug Administration to develop a healthy plan for our schools. But that research is not conclusive. Breast-feeding is encouraged for up to a year. The use of alcoholic beverages should not be given to children.