Jun 4, 2021 | Health & Safety, Parenting Advice
As warmer weather hits, the smell of food on the grill fills the air. According to the National Fire Protection Association, nearly 9,000 home fires involve grills each year. With this in mind, it’s important to brush up on barbeque safety. Consider the following tips...
Oct 16, 2020 | Health & Safety, Parenting Advice
The leaves are changing colors, the air is getting chilly, and it’s almost time for the little ones to dress up and fill their bags with goodies. But this year, as we know, is not like other years before. The risk of contracting and spreading the coronavirus is...
Jul 2, 2020 | Health & Safety, Parenting Advice
Fireworks are a staple of many Fourth of July and other celebrations, but remember to take precautions to ensure your special event is safe and accident-free. Although they may be legal in many parts of the Capital Region, there are still risks. Here are some...
Apr 30, 2020 | Health & Safety, Parenting Advice, Working as a Nanny
A home might seem like one of the safest places for a child to play, but household furniture carries many unforeseen dangers, especially for young children. And now that kids are home for basically the entire day during the COVID-19 lockdown, the chances for unsafe...
Apr 15, 2020 | Child Care, Health & Safety
Governor Andrew Cuomo issued an Executive Order stating that face coverings are now required in New York for essential workers. These coverings must be provided free of charge by the employer, for use when interacting with the public. Employers have until 8...