As the warm weather approaches and were outside more, we need to be aware of ticks that live in the Maine woods. The University of Maine Cooperative has a fact sheet that will help you identify a tick if you happen to see one on yourself or your pet.
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Ticks in Maine
Thursday, April 11th, 2013Developmental Milestones: When Will My Baby Walk?
Tuesday, February 12th, 2013Extension.org has a great resource with information on when children start walking as well as parenting tips for your 9 month old baby. The information also describes different factors regarding the timeline on when they should start walking.
Newspaper Posts UMaine Video on Children, Violence
Tuesday, December 18th, 2012The Bangor Daily News has posted on its website a video with University of Maine Cooperative Extension child and family development specialist Leslie Forstadt discussing how parents might address violence such as the mass shooting of schoolchildren and adults in Newtown, Conn.
Lead Hazards in Some Holiday Toys
Friday, December 7th, 2012The holiday season is here, and that means many children will be given toys as gifts. While new toys are a holiday tradition, parents should be aware of potential lead hazards associated with toys, including toy jewelry. The Centers for Disease Control has some useful information on how to be safe this holiday season.
Gift Giving and Overindulgence
Tuesday, November 27th, 2012With the holiday season approaching, UMaine Extension has a great video on Gift Giving and Overindulgence. This video also has some great ideas on alternatives for gifts by using family time and making memories that will last a lifetime.
Family Safety During Storms
Monday, October 29th, 2012With hurricane Sandy approaching, listed below are resources to help you prepare for the storm. You should have a disaster supply kit ready and plenty of water. If your power should go out, it is good to be prepared ahead of time.
Maine Emergency Management Agency
Federal Emergency Management Agency
If your power should be out for an extended period of time please visit the University of Maine Cooperative Extension website to watch a video on How to Keep Food Safe After a Power Outage.
Halloween Health and Safety Tips
Friday, October 19th, 2012Halloween is almost upon us and can be an exciting time for children. To be sure children are safe while out trick-or-treating listed below are some safety tips from the Centers for Disease Control with helping you have a safe Halloween.
Be safe this Halloween and have fun!
Tips and Tools on Sleep
Friday, October 5th, 2012Sleep can be challenging at times with newborns and toddlers up to three years of age. Zero to Three has some great resources on how to encourage good sleep habits, and how to cope with common sleep challenges.