This week, we have a couple of tips for students going back to college. General College Safety Tips Having a car in prime condition is only one element of college life that will keep your child out of trouble. Although his or her experience can change depending on a variety of factors, here are some ground rules that you should go over before he or she embarks on this next chapter. Don’t drink...
If your child is heading off to higher education, then you want to make sure that he or she is well prepared for life on their own. There are a lot of different things that can happen during college life, so it’s imperative that you talk to your teenager about how to stay safe in the process. This week, we have a couple of tips for students going back to college. Prepping Your Car for the Trip...
This week, we are giving a brief overview of various transportation options as well as how to stay safe in each situation. Carpooling In many cases, you can arrange a carpool with other parents to ensure that your kids get to school quickly and safely. Although carpooling is one of the most secure methods of transportation, it’s still essential that you prepare your child for potential danger....
This week, we are giving a brief overview of various transportation options as well as how to stay safe in each situation. Walking to School If biking is not a viable option but you still live close, then you may allow your kids to walk to school. If that is the case, then follow these tips to ensure proper safety. Walk with other kids. Try to never walk by yourself if possible. Stick to open...
This week, we are giving a brief overview of various transportation options as well as how to stay safe in each situation. Biking to School Safety As your kids get older, they may want to get to school on their own. Cycling is a viable option if you don’t live too far, and you are in a decent neighborhood. Although you should have covered basic bike safety when you taught your child how to ride,...
Although most parents would love to be able to drop their kids off and pick them up every day, work schedules usually prohibit that kind of attentive care. Thus, you will likely have to rely on a variety of methods to ensure that your children get to and from school safely. This week, we are giving a brief overview of various transportation options as well as how to stay safe in each situation....
Your children aren’t the only ones who need to be careful when obeying the traffic laws. Whether dropping your kids off or picking them up from school, you have to follow the rules as much as they do. Here are a few key reminders. Always stop for a school bus when the lights flash. Never go above the posted speed limit, even if there are no school zone lights. Never pass other stopped vehicles...
Getting back into the school year can be stressful and overwhelming. Not only are you focused on making sure your kids have all of the right supplies for the upcoming year, but you want to keep them safe and protected as well. Part of being a parent is worrying about the little things, and back to school time is especially trying. So, with that in mind, we wanted to go over the most common...
With Thanksgiving in sight, we all begin to make an honest attempt at being thankful. Have you ever considered that thankfulness is a skill that we can develop? The more we practice, the easier it is to think of the various ways in which we have been blessed. Some people practice extensively during November. Each day, they do their best to post on their favorite social media one thing for...
Halloween kicks off the holiday season with festive and “spooky” decorations, fun costumes and treats galore. But with fun and festivities come increased risks around your home that can ruin what is meant to be an enjoyable holiday. The good news is, you can avoid the risks with these simple Halloween home safety tips. Keep your porch well-lit and clutter free If you plan to hand out candy to...
