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Information for parents from Canada's paediatricans www.caringforkids.cps.ca

Photos from Caring for Kids's post 09/18/2026

Navigating the back-to-school season can feel like a major adjustment for the whole family.

Check the links here for more resources and tips on how to support your child through the back-to-school transition:
https://healthyscreenuse.cps.ca/assets/uploads/documents/Resource-Library/ScreenLimitsTeens_EN.pdf
https://healthyscreenuse.cps.ca/policy-and-advocacy/toolkit
https://caringforkids.cps.ca/handouts/healthy-living/teens_and_sleep

Photos from Caring for Kids's post 09/17/2026

t’s easy for kids to feel pressured to join in when a viral challenge is everywhere online.

Try reminding them that it's okay to sit a trend out and help them brainstorm safe, alternative ways to connect with friends online or offline without putting their safety on the line.

Check the link here for healthy screen-use habits for children and teens:https://healthyscreenuse.cps.ca/assets/uploads/documents/Resource-Library/ScreenLimitsTeens_EN.pdf

09/14/2026

Not every newborn needs a blood sugar check! Healthy full-term babies do not need their blood sugar checked because they have enough stored energy to last them until feeding is going well. Routine checks are only needed for babies with specific risk factors or symptoms.

Read the full guidance here: https://caringforkids.cps.ca/handouts/pregnancy-and-babies/blood_glucose_in_newborn_babies

Photos from Caring for Kids's post 09/03/2026

No child should have to navigate cyberbullying alone. Recognizing the signs early and knowing how to respond can make all the difference.

Head to the link in the comment section for evidence-based guidance on supporting youth dealing with cyberbullying.

Photos from Caring for Kids's post 08/28/2026

Why do some babies have low blood sugar when they are born? Swipe right to see what causes it and what parents need to know.

Link in the comment section below for more guidance.

08/20/2026

Dr. Daniel Rosenfield, Chair of the CPS Injury Prevention Committee, breaks down why high-speed e-scooters require serious safety precautions for children and youth in a CBC story.

Head to the link in our comment section for evidence-based injury prevention resources and parent guidance from Caring for Kids.

08/14/2026

E-bikes and e-scooters may feel like toys, but they carry real risks.

Recent data from the Canadian Paediatric Surveillance Program show the growing dangers of youth using micromobility devices – including 10 deaths over the course of one year. 47% of injuries involved severe head trauma.

Click the link below to explore key micromobility safety tips!

Photos from Caring for Kids's post 08/07/2026

Injuries from trampolines can be devastating. Learn more about it from our website. Link in the comments below.

Photos from Caring for Kids's post 07/27/2026

You can't spoil a baby. Here are some tips to help comfort a crying infant. Link in the comments for more.

07/22/2026

Less screen time = more room for joy!

Check the link in our comments to explore our community toolkit on our website for practical tips and expert guidance!

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