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Greetings!

  

Happy Halloween! This is such a fun time for us as we see our children dressed in their costumes and a fun time for some of us parents, as we dress up in ours!


All of us at Small World Pediatrics, want to remind everyone to have fun tonight and to stay safe! As you are out trick-or-treating with your children, it is always advisable to walk in groups when possible. The old rule of thumb "safety in numbers" applies. Anyone with negative intentions is less likely to approach a group, plus cars passing by are much more likely to notice a group, rather than just a few individuals. Also, remind your group to walk on the sidewalk, stay together and take good care when crossing the street.

The right costume is important when considering safety. A bright costume is always better for walking around at night. If your child's costume is dark, consider adding some reflective tape. Masks are often overlooked as a safety hazard. Please make sure your child has good visibility when they are wearing their mask. Also, remember to keep any capes on the shorter side to avoid your child or other children from stepping or tripping on them.

Enjoy this evening with your children and enjoy creating some memories! I look forward to hearing some fun stories from our patients!

  

Thank you for letting us be a part of your lives & have a great day,

Dr. Jose Jimenez
 
Infants
When can my baby eat candy?
 

Babies shouldn't have candy: Hard or chewy candies are a choking hazard, and giving your baby other treats like chocolate can contribute to poor eating habits they grow up.

"We introduce our children to sweets, especially candy and sugared soda, at much too young an age in this country," says Claudia Gonzalez, a registered dietitian in Miami. "I always advise holding off on sweets for as long as possible, at least until after...

 

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Kids Halloween Candy  

 

Kids love Halloween, and why not? You get to dress up in a cool costume and go around the neighborhood filling your bag or plastic pumpkin with delicious candy. Then it's time to head home with that heavy haul of chocolate and other sweet treats.

But what happens next? Do you eat a lot that night? Or maybe your mom or dad says "Whoa!" and tells you to pick a certain number of pieces.

  

Teens banned from Trick or Treating...
 

Teenagers who trick-or-treat in some cities could face something more threatening than any costumed zombie or ghost - like the long arm of the law.

 

Some cities across the country have adopted age limits - usually around 12 - for those who can travel door-to-door for candy and other Halloween fare. But while teen violators could face jail or fines up to $100, such laws are rarely strictly enforced.

 Taming your child's ghoulish fears

Take Mayor Mark Eckert of Belleville, Ill., near St. Louis. He led a push in 2008 to ban trick or treating by high school-aged teens in that community of about 35,000 people.

 

His reasoning? 

 

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