12302022FroggysWinter2023

5 TIPS FOR
INFANT CARE
1. Check your furnace, carbon monoxide, and smoke detectors.
In most of the country, a heat source is needed in the home to keep temperatures
comfortable. If you have do not DIY your furnace or heat pump service be sure to
schedule that service with a professional. December and January are peak months for
house fires. Making sure your heat source is safe and properly functioning can help keep
you safe. Do you have smoke detectors in every room and carbon monoxide detectors
on every level and sleeping area? If not install them. Carefully follow the manufacturer
instructions. If you do, change their batteries. Either way, be sure to test them and make
sure they are doing their job. All of this will help you sleep better at night.
2. Use your humidifier.
Now we have your home safely warm and toasty, let’s keep it humidified. Turn
on your humidifier. It will help your baby sleep more comfortably and help to
keep the mucus lining moist. That helps to keep invading viruses and bacteria
from invading.
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