Early Childhood Site
	Nicki Heskin BellaOnline's Early Childhood Editor

Children and Dog Bites
Half of all children under 12 have been bitten by a dog (my daughter was). What can you do to prevent this and what can you do if your child is bitten. Here's what I learned from my experience.

Children and Health Care Reform
After a visit to the ER with my daughter for a head injury, my thoughts on health care reform.

Guidelines for Young Children Attending Births
If you are planning to include a young child at a birth, whether in or out of a hospital, there are many things to consider to ensure a positive experience for the child and the birthing mother.

Having Young Children Attend Births
Many hospitals now offer mothers the chance to invite whomever they like to their births, including children. To some, this idea is completely foreign, and to some an obvious choice. So why have a young child present at the birth of a sibling?

Kids and Stomach Flu Survival Supplies
Supplies to have on hand for when stomach flu strikes your child.

Kids and Stomach Flu Survival Tips
Things you should know about getting through child's episode of stomach flu.

Preventing Head Lice
Treating head lice isn't easy, so an ounce of prevention can be worth about 20 pounds of cure. So how can we do our best to avoid head lice for our children and family?

Should Young Children Have Bedtimes?
There is often controversy over whether young children should have regular and/or early bedtimes. Here's some issues to consider in deciding what works for your child and your family need.

Sun Safety
Simple and easy tips to help keep your young child safe in the Spring and Summer sun.

Treating Head Lice - Natural and Non-Toxic Options
For parents wishing to avoid chemical insecticides when treating lice, here is some information on natural and non-toxic treatment options, as well as my personal recommendations on products that have worked for us when treating lice naturally,

Treating Head Lice - Traditional Remedies
Traditional treatment for lice involves application of a chemical insecticide to the scalp and hair to kill live lice and nits, followed by manual removal of nits stuck to hair shafts. Information on lice, and traditional treatment options and concerns.

Typical Behavior Milestones
While children grow at different rates there are typical behavioral milestones for Preschoolers. Find out what those typical milestones are and when to expect them.

Your Child's First Dental Visit
Planning your child´s first dental visit can be stressful for parents and children. Here´s some tips and ideas based to help make sure it´s a good experience for your child.