Big Kids 5–9 Years

Staying Safe in Open Water: Lessons From a Coast Guard Son

July 15, 2014

My dad is an officer in the U.S. Coast Guard, and although we’ve moved several times I can’t remember ever living more than 50 miles from the ocean. One would think that having a father in the Coast Guard and living so close to the water would mean that I have plenty of experience with the ocean, but in fact the opposite is true.

Tags: open water, water safety, drowning, swimming safety

Guide

Medication Safety Guide

You can keep medicine poisoning from happening to your child by learning how to store, dose and get rid of medicines safely.

To Grandmother’s House We Go

By Candice Ahwah-Gonzalez

November 18, 2013

Over the river, through the woods, down the highway and off on a plane we go. Holiday travel season is here and it’s an extra special one for me because it’s my baby’s first Thanksgiving. Not only are we travelling to Grandma’s house, but we’re off to aunts’, uncles’ and cousins’ houses as well – at least I don’t have to do the cooking this year.

Tags: Holiday Safety, holiday travel, thanksgiving

Tip

Playground Safety Tips (PDF)

Download everything you need to know to keep your kids safe at the playground.

Video

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Buckle Up: Every Ride, Every TIme

By Jen Pollakusky

September 13, 2013

This week, as part of Child Passenger Safety Week (September 15-21), we’re teaming up with the General Motors Foundation to help parents protect their most precious cargo.

Tags: seatbelt safety, buckle up, car safety tips, car seat safety