The weather was beautiful that weekend, with temperatures just right for opening up the windows and enjoying a breeze.

I was inside doing what I love: working a shift as a pediatric emergency physician. My training and experience had prepared me for almost anything, but I was taken aback when not one, but two of the young patients I treated that afternoon had fallen out of windows.

A teen ready to drive.

Teen driving tragedy a strong reminder to do more to prepare teens to be safe drivers.

Train traveling down the tracks

Frequently asked questions about railroad and train track safety

A train passing by as the railroad lights flash.

Learn about Railroad Safety Month and what Safe Kids and Union Pacific Railroad are doing to keep kids safe around railroad tracks.

A baby in a car seat.

During the month of September, Safe Kids coalitions will celebrate Child Passenger Safety Month by hosting events all across the country to help parents learn how to install and use their child’s car seat correctly.

Baby’s First Car Seat

Check out our tips for buying your baby’s first car seat and learn about the best options for keeping your baby safe and staying within your budget.

Importance of Working Smoke Alarms

A tragedy in a Chicago fire is a reminder to all parents to learn how to keep kids safe in home fires. Here are tips that can help save a life.

A teen drenched in sweat from playing sports outside.

Too many kids are dying of heatstroke during summer practices. Learn how these tragedies can be prevented. 

kid with mom looking happy

Thousands of families celebrate Safe Kids Day in their communities

Product Recalls logo

The ten year anniversary of the tougher federal law on child consumer product safety celebrated by Safe Kids intern

Little boy waits at street corner to cross the street

Mistakes kids make when walking and how to be safer. 

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