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Parenting Articles from Children's Hospital Colorado Experts


The Benefits of Adding a Pet to the Family

Learn more about the benefits of pets, how to pick the best pet for your family, and what to consider before you add a new animal companion.

Social Media Safety: Kids and Teens Weigh In

These social media safety tips for parents include real insights from teens, plus suggestions from experts at Children's Colorado.

Safe Sleep for Babies with Medical Conditions

Learn about the extra sleep precautions parents need to take if their baby was born prematurely or has an ongoing condition that requires medical equipment.

Baby First-Aid Kit

Read this checklist so you feel prepared to care for your baby at home.

How to Baby-Proof Your Home

Learn how to baby-proof your home and help create a healthy environment for your family with this guide from the experts at Children’s Colorado.

Infant Bathing and Grooming with Medical Complications

How should you bathe and groom babies with complex medical needs, at home or in the NICU? Our experts have some tips.

Mold in Dry Colorado?

Mold is present virtually everywhere, even in dry Colorado. Check out these nine tips for reducing mold growth in your home.

Carbon Monoxide Alarms Could Prevent Half of All CO Poisoning Deaths

With the arrival of colder weather, the number of fuel-burning appliances increases. Learn how to stay safe from dangerous levels of carbon monoxide.

Glass Door Fireplace Safety

Learn how to keep your child safe around gas fireplace glass doors.

How to Make Your Home Safe for Kids

Learn how to make your home a safe place, including where to safely store guns and prescription drugs.

The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning for Children

Carbon monoxide is responsible for more than 450 unintentional deaths each year. Learn how to protect your family.

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