Safety

Teaching kids how to respond to a fire, medical emergency or natural disaster may seem scary, but it's necessary. Even preschoolers need to learn how to recognize an emergency and respond appropriately. With the right approach and a little patience, even the youngest kid can gain the confidence needed to manage an emergency. These tips will help you teach your child the important lessons of home and personal safety.

As a parent, you are probably used to doing what's best for your baby. After all, not only do you want it to be healthy and grow up happy and strong, but you also want to be able to enjoy those precious first few months of parenting with minimal stress and anxiety. One common question that many parents face is whether or not they should have their baby in the same room as them. Some experts say it's necessary for safety reasons. Others say it can even help with your baby’s sleep if they're close by rather than sleeping alone in another part of the house. So, what's right for your family? Let’s see some benefits of sharing a room with your newborn.

When dealing with children, there is a constant struggle between trying to keep them safe while also allowing them the freedom to explore and learn about themselves and the world. This has always been a challenge, but it's become even more difficult thanks to the internet. Kids have access to more information than they've ever had before, and this exposes them to a whole new set of risks.

Teaching your baby how to swim at an early age can save their lives. Since pool water has a similar environment to your womb, they developed this instinctive skill to swim. But unfortunately, babies can lose this natural gift if parents don't allow them to relearn it.

When you are considering a backyard pool for your home, it is important to consider all of the benefits for the entire family. Both children, and this includes young children and teenagers, and adults have a lot at stake when it comes to deciding to have a swimming area right on the premises. After all, there is some work to be done with a pool, and then of course there are the hours of fun associated with a backyard pool. Here are some expected and perhaps surprising advantages of a family pool.

These days, children are accessing the internet in ever-increasing numbers. 80% of parents of children between ages 5 and 11 report that their child uses a computer or tablet. Kids and teens spend an estimated 44.5 hours weekly using digital media of some type. Nearly a quarter of kids and teens report a belief that they are addicted to video games. Clearly, there is a need for parents to work with their children to establish procedures and rules for safe internet usage in this age of increased screen time. By following these guidelines, parents can help their kids to navigate the internet safely.

Did you know that having children screaming in a moving car is more dangerous than using a cell phone while driving?

This was the conclusion of a study done by researchers from Australia’s Monash University. The researchers established that children are a dozen times more distracting to a driver than using a mobile phone while in control of a moving vehicle.

Such conclusions lead to an important question. Are parents better off allowing more than usual screen time to keep children busy and less distracting inside a car? 

This is the question we attempt to answer in this article. We start by defining screen time and scream time. We then focus on the effects of screen time on children. Finally, we provide some tips on how you can take advantage of screen time to keep children happy when taking a road trip.

What is Screen Time?

Few jobs are more enjoyable than being a parent. The average parent is extremely proud of their children and wants to share their talents and accomplishments. One of the best ways to let all of your friends and family members know more about what your child is up to is by posting on social media.

Planning a road trip, moving, or any other long drive with a baby or toddler isn't easy. You need to think about many things and be prepared for any situation. But don't worry, you got this! With our help, you'll learn about tips for a safe road trip with your baby you can apply to your ride, so it goes by as smoothly as possible. Whether you are visiting grandma's house or taking a break at one of the best family vacation destinations, we'll ensure you've got everything covered.

When designing a kid-friendly bathroom, the most important thing is to remember that kids aren't just little adults.