Pick things up off the floor, including rugs or anything that could trip a toddler. Changes in flooring are particularly treacherous for a new walker, so be on the lookout for rough floor transitions or uneven flooring. Dangerous floor can be easily covered with a foam play mat. Most play mats come in a variety of sizes and are made of connecting squares so that you can customize the mat to fit your space. Simply place the mat over the floor for a safer walking surface for your baby—no tools or installation required. Secure large pieces of furniture, like bookshelves and entertainment systems, to the wall. These large pieces of furniture can tip over easily if your baby walks into them or tries to climb them. Attach the furniture with special baby proofing furniture hooks, found at your local home supply store, or simply use a few extra screws and hooks to make sure everything is safely attached to the wall. Add padding to sharp corners, which are often at head level, and remove and replace dangerous pieces. Furniture made out of hard materials, such as glass and stone, can be especially harmful. Pre-made furniture bumpers can be purchased; simply slide these bumpers onto the dangerous surfaces. You can also make your own bumpers with quilt batting or pool noodles cut in half and slid over the rough edge. Now that your baby can stand up and walk, not even their own room is safe. Readjust the crib to the lowest position by removing the mattress and adjusting the bottom springs so they can't climb out in the night. Move the crib away from dangerous areas, such as windows and doors, or places where a child could climb or fall. Most children probably couldn't reach windows before they could walk, but now windows pose a great safety threat. Install window guards, or adjustable mesh screens to stop your child from being able to open the window and fall out. Window guards come with adjustable hardware that can be attached directly to the inside of the window or window frame. The result is a screen that doesn't block the view, but blocks the option of a baby opening or climbing out the window. A simple way to do this is to loop blind cords together in a loose knot or tie the cords around a blind winder to keep them untangled and out of your baby's reach. Fireplaces are especially dangerous because there are lots of way for children to get hurt, but they are also very appealing to a mobile toddler. Protect your baby from the fireplace by installing a fireplace lock. Similar to an oven lock, most fireplace locks connect with an adhesive strip to the wall and make it difficult for your child to open the fireplace door.  If you have a larger hearth and fireplace area, install a fireplace gate that wraps around and blocks off the entire area. These gates are typically installed with screws or hooks attached to the wall on either side of the fireplace and wrap around the front. Place furniture bumpers on hard edges of a fireplace to create a soft landing.
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One-sentence summary -- Remove clutter from the floor. Secure large pieces of furniture that can tip over easily. Be on the lookout for sharp corners of furniture. Keep your baby safe while they are in their crib. Baby-proof your windows. Tie back loose curtains or blind strings to avoid the risk of strangling. Keep your child safe from your fireplace.

Q: Responding with anger or strong emotions when your teen acts out puts them in the power position. Rather than giving away your power, maintain it by keeping your temper under control. This might involve deep breathing, counting, or deflecting with humor. Do whatever you need to keep yourself cool and collected. Try not to let your teen see you losing it, if you can help it. Troubled teens are frequently stigmatized, so they may feel like no one understands.  Practice empathy and show them that you "get" what they’re going through. This builds a better connection between you.  Validate their experience by saying something like, “I can see this is hard for you.” Reflect on a tough experience from your own teenage years and share it with them. It's important to set clear and consistent limits with troubled teens. Let them know what kind of conduct is expected and explain the consequences of not following the rules.  To create a more cooperative environment, you might brainstorm some suitable rules upfront and then sit down with your teen and get their input. You'll have the final word, but they may be more likely to comply if they have some input on rules and consequences. They may not have a say in all household rules, but asking a teen “Which chores would you prefer?” or “What do you think is a reasonable curfew?” can help them feel more independent. Then, they won't need to test your authority so much. Create clear guidelines for how things work in your household and require that everyone stick to the plan. Come up with set meal times, times for homework, leisure time, and bedtimes for all your children.  If your teen is struggling in school, you might decide that they need less screen time and more time for studying—at least until their grades improve. Though they may rebel against it, teens need (and actually want) structure in their lives. When you see your teen engaging in constructive activities, such as completing chores or doing homework, praise their efforts. This increases the likelihood that they will do it again in the future.  Positive reinforcement may also involve ignoring negative or undesirable behaviors and only bringing attention when the teen is doing what they should be doing. For example, if the teen misses curfew by a few minutes, you might not say anything. However, when they arrive well before curfew, you might say, “I really appreciate you being responsible and making curfew tonight!” Teens might act out because they don't know how to channel the intense emotions they feel on a day-to-day basis. Relaxation exercises, yoga, martial arts, woodworking, and painting are all great activities they can use to deal with uncomfortable feelings. You might say, “Instead of punching a wall when you're angry, why don't you practice mindfulness meditation, so you can learn to sit with uncomfortable emotions?”
A: Stay calm. Step into their shoes for a moment. Communicate firm rules and consequences. Provide structure in daily life. Reinforce positive behaviors. Teach them how to deal with negative emotions.

Article: Know when the deadline for claiming each prize ends. Food prizes tend to expire a few weeks after the end of the game, while larger prizes may expire after several months.  For 2013: Food prizes must be claimed by August 26, 2013  Redbox prizes and EA Sports video games must be claimed by September 6, 2013 EA Sports $10 Promotion Codes must be claimed by October 31, 2013 My Coke Rewards Points must be claimed by September 30, 2013 All other prizes must be claimed by September 6, 2013 Take your instant-win food prizes into any participating McDonald's location to redeem them.  These prizes cannot be used with other coupons or discounts. Only one food prize may be claimed per person per visit. Most prizes offered through third party sources should be claimed directly from those third-party sources.  Redbox prizes should be claimed at Redbox locations, via the Redbox app, or at redbox.com/monopoly2013 EA Sports Promotion Codes should be submitted to promo.easports.com/mcd My Coke Rewards® Points should be claimed via www.mycokerewards.com Unless the winning stamp or code must be turned into a specific prize partner, these prizes can be claimed in-store or through the website: www.iwonatmcd.com In general, follow the instructions provided on the stamp to determine the best method to claim your prize. These prizes can be claimed via the prize-claim website (www.iwonatmcd.com) or through the toll-free number provided on your stamps, when applicable.  Follow the instructions provided on the stamp to determine the best method to claim your prize. You will be mailed "Prize Claim Documents" that must be filled out in their entirety and submitted to the location provided in order to verify your prize and take care of legal matters concerning the prize. Note that vehicle prizes and travel prizes are included under this broad prize category.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Know the prize claim deadlines. Redeem food prizes at a local restaurant. Claim prizes directly with prize partners. Claim cash and merchandise prizes worth less than $600. Claim cash and merchandise prizes worth more than $600.