The National Rifle Association, or NRA, represents the rights and interests of gun owners. According to the NRA, roughly half of all US households contain at least one gun. Whatever your views on guns in the home, it's important to teach your kids...
A home fire can be a scary experience for adults, let alone children. House fires in the United States resulted in almost 3,000 deaths and over 13,000 injuries in 2008, according to the U.S. Fire Administration. Kids can play a role in not just...
Most children of the twenty-first century have been familiar with computers for their entire lives. Whether they use the Internet in school as a part of their daily learning or at home to blow off steam with the games available online, the...
Today's children are introduced to the Internet, web applications and social networking at an early age. Because they don't understand the risks of the Internet, it's up to you to make sure their time online is safe, fun and educational. Even...
The overwhelming majority of intentional harm done to children is perpetrated by somebody the child knows, reports safety consultant Gavin DeBecker in his child safety masterwork "Protecting the Gift." As a parent, it's your job to be aware of the...
The home can be an extremely dangerous place for children. Many of the hazards in the home are obvious, but some are hidden. You should examine your home for hazards to reduce your child's safety risk. Certain things could be done around the home...
Baby playpens, also known as "pack 'n play's" or "play yards" provide a convenient and portable sleep and play area for newborns and older babies. Parents who use the playpen frequently or travel with it a lot may find that it needs to be cleaned...
Kids naturally trust adults, a fact that abductors exploit. Teach your children that a stranger is any adult they don't know. Warn them never to engage in a conversation with strangers or follow them anywhere. If a stranger approaches them for any...
Keeping kids safe from harm is one of a parent's responsibilities, especially when your child is small. As your child gets older and is away from home more frequently, it is important he understands how to stay safe in various situations. Continue...
A safe environment reduces the risk of serious injury while providing the emotional security that allows children to grow and explore. Creating a safe place for kids requires both physical and behavioral considerations. Whether at home, a...
According to the Home Safety Council, more than 3 million children younger than age 15 suffer home injuries each year, and an average of 2,096 children younger than 15 die as a result of unintentional home injury. Child injury and death in home...
Inviting your child into the kitchen from an early age helps him learn the basics of cooking, kitchen safety and nutrition. Even toddlers are able to tackle simple kitchen tasks like pouring ingredients into a bowl or stirring. As your child gets...
Being a parent can be an absolute joy, but it can also have its moments of stress and fear. News reports contain stories of children who are abducted, abused, raped, molested and killed, often at the hands of child molesters. However, there are...
The Internet has made life easier for millions of people, creating new jobs, diversions and ways to find information. Many American homes currently have Internet service connected to a personal computer, which provides access to many children of...
Unfortunately, there are dangerous people in our world who prey on children. It is common to see horrifying stories on the nightly news about kids who have been seriously hurt or killed. You probably cannot be with your kids 24 hours a day to...
According to the U.S. Geological Survey, there are several million earthquakes worldwide every year. Luckily, most are small. There are also an average of 150 earthquakes of 6.0 magnitude or higher each year. Engineers have reduced the risk of...
Babysitting is one of the first jobs a pre-teen or teenager might have. Taking care of kids can be a lot of fun, but it's also a big responsibility. Preparing yourself with child care, CPR and safety classes can help you be a better babysitter and...
Child harnesses can bring valuable peace of mind in crowded environments by keeping a point of connection between you and your child. Busy shopping malls, crowded ships, trains or buses and amusement parks all offer the high-density or high-risk...
The key to the dentist's office is context. As adults, we can understand that dental care is vital to our hygiene. Kids, however, see the experience as strangers with tools who force them into chairs and begin to perform painful procedures on...
Exercising by marching, whether with a band, a military academy or on your own, is a good way to burn calories. Marching is a more intensive exercise than walking and expends more calories in the same duration.
It is not possible for parents to be with their children all the time, and as kids get older, they often want more freedom to go off alone with friends. Safety rules can make the world seem like a scary place, but they are merely additions to the...
A home treadmill makes working out more convenient, but the machine also introduces a safety risk for homes with children. The moving parts and cords on a treadmill present the potential for injury or even death for kids. Employ safety techniques...
Teaching children to swim is a skill that they can carry with them the rest of their lives. This skill may even save a life one day. When you teach a child to swim you are opening her eyes to new opportunities for fitness and recreation. When you...
While bike riding is a fun and healthy activity for kids, it can be dangerous without proper gear and training. The Nemours Foundation states that approximately 300,000 kids end up in emergency rooms each year because of bike accidents, some of...
Children frequently injure themselves on playground swings. The risks include falls from a swing and being hit by a moving swing. A few precautions can go a long way to adequately protect children and prevent injury as they play on the swings....
Electricity is a powerful part of everyday life and is important for the health and well-being of families today. It help us keep our homes clean, food fresh, rooms well lit and lives more comfortable. However, that power can be dangerous if not...
According to Consumer Reports, between the years 2000 and 2006, there was a 62 percent increase in the number of treadmill injuries requiring hospital treatment. Most injuries were among toddlers and young children, who are the most susceptible to...
Driveways provide a large hard surface that's perfect for bouncing or rolling balls, coloring with chalk or playing hopscotch. Though they present opportunity for fun, driveways also pose certain risks to young children. Varied strategies can...
When your child is an infant or young toddler, he will likely spend a lot of time in strollers. Strollers make it convenient to cart a child from place to place without carrying him or asking him to walk. Many parents buy multiple types of...
If your child is heading to school, he or she will probably want a new backpack. Learn how to pick the right backpack for your child's needs in this parenting video.
