Health Tip: Keep Kids Safe in the Backyard
(HealthDay News) -- Playing in the backyard is a great way for a child to get needed exercise, but you should make sure your backyard is safe.
The American Academy of Pediatrics offers these safety suggestions:
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Make sure there aren't any dangerous or poisonous plants in your yard.
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Create a boundary for your child if you don't have a fenced yard; make sure someone responsible is always supervising your child.
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Make sure your child understands to never eat anything from a plant.
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Take care when using pesticides or herbicides in your yard; make sure children don't play on an area for 48 hours after these chemicals are applied.
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Never allow a child to ride on a lawn mower, and never mow with a power mower when children are nearby.
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Keep children away from any barbecue grill.
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