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	Lisa Polovin Pinkus BellaOnline's Moms Editor

New Parents to Adopt A Lifesaving Routine
"For most first-time parents, the poison prevention message is new. It is a critically important message to act upon." -Nancy Nord

Back To School Safety
Precautions to keep children safe as they head back to school

Beware of Dangerous Gifts
To ensure your kids have a safe and happy Christmas, chose your gifts with care.

Bicycle Safety
Before your children take off on their bicycles, make sure they remember the necessary safety rules.

Bike Safety
Bicycle safety is important for children and adults. Here are some general guidelines to get you started and a link to your state's bike laws.

Bullying - Signs and Prevention
In the 2010 Executive Summary of The National Center for Education Statistics, it states that education can be disrupted when schools are not the safe environments they are supposed to be.

Childproofing Your Home
Childproofing your home extends beyond covered outlets and locked cabinets. It also continues beyond the toddler years.

Children and Internet Safety
Internet safety is important from the first time your children touch a computer keyboard throughout the rest of their lives.

Hiring a Babysitter
Do you need to hire a sitter to help with childcare? Here are some questions to help you in your interviews.

How Safe Is Your Baby's Car Seat?
Consumer Reports found most infant car seats failed their increased speed front and side crash tests

Leaving Children Home Alone
There is never a good answer to the question "at what age can I leave my child home alone?". Here are some thoughts to help you decide when your child is ready and to make sure he or she is properly prepared.

Moms and Distracted Driving - Cell Phones
Moms - it's time to teach our children proper cell phone habits. Let's start by refraining from using cell phones while driving.

Pool Safety
Prevent drownings by ensuring your family follows proper water safety guidelines.