The American Academy of Pediatrics strongly recommends swim lessons for all children. Swim lessons are an important way to decrease the risk of drowning. Here are answers to a few common questions that parents have about swim lessons for children.   At what age should I enroll my child in swim lessons? According to the American...

Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death in children under the age of 5. It is most common in children between the ages of 1-5 years old, however, it can occur at any age. The most common causes of drowning include inadequate adult supervision, inability to swim, use of alcohol (teenagers and adults), and...

Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death in children under the age of 5 years old. It is most common in children between the ages of 1-5 years old, however it can occur at any age. The most common causes of drowning include inadequate adult supervision, inability to swim, use of alcohol (teenagers and...

Summer fun is just around the corner with longer days, outside activities and warmer weather.  With summertime, children play outside for longer periods of time and are at an increased risk for accidental injuries and heat-related illnesses.  Parents and caregivers should remain on high alert and supervise children closely to these. Here are some of...

Wow, it is HOT. Texas summers are killers, and it is time to worry about heat-related illnesses. Now is the time everyone is going to Sea World, Schlitterbahn, Fiesta Texas and all the fun water parks. There are a number of things you can do to get your child ready for a long day at...

Its summertime! Odds are your child will end up in a pool sometime this summer. Questions we are often asked is how do you prevent swimmer’s ear (otitis externa) and how is swimmer’s ear different from an ear infection? What is Swimmer’s Ear? The term “Swimmer’s ear” comes from the idea that mostly swimmer’s get...

  The weather is really warming up and school is officially over! Children really love the summer months because it is the perfect opportunity to spend a lot of time outside! There are several precautions families must take to staff safe these summer months. A few are highlighted below! Sun Protection: A little Vitamin D is...