Children's and Women's Health
Information on Heat Exhaustion and Air Conditioning during heat waves. Wee ones don't always know the solution to their irritation and can't even tell you what is bothering them! Knowledge is power - know what to do and what to look for.
A list of useful health links for you and your child, including links to the CDC home page as well as that of Health Canada. The list also includes a printable page of important phone numbers for Sunshine Coast residents and vistors. BC Residents can use their postal code to access the BC Health Online website through a link here, too. Click here to visit our health page.
Is my house kid safe?
This page provides tips on your whole house approach to parenting. Sure, it looks great but is it safe for your little treasure? Or, alternatively, it's already safe - how do I make it look like a grown up space, too?
Do you want to build your own child's play structure?
Imagine the hours of adventure your kids will enjoy! If you have the space and the time you can build your own safe, durable play structure that will entertain and last for years to come. Increase your child's quality of life and your home equity in one do-it-yourself project! Click to launch a new window to the Homes and Gardens website project clearly laid out. Be sure to use untreated wood.
Recalls
It is difficult to find a single comprehensive list of product recalls for both Canada and the US but the following links used together should keep you fully up to date on child safety recalls.
CBC MarketPlace Warnings and Recalls - very up to date and relevant to Canadians.
Be sure to see the newest Fisher-Price recall on its Sparkling Symphony crib mobile.
US - Consumer Product Safety Commission: Press Releases and Recalls - up to the minute and relevant to both Americans and Canadians.
Sun Safety
City TV - Dr. Robert Fallis - a fairly complete list of dos and dont's for kids and the sun.
Health Canada - Babies, children and sun safety.
Canadian Cancer Society - An explanation of the Daily UV Index system and what it means to you.