– For the Safety, Security, and Success of the Family
With all the hiding spaces, counters to climb, containers to investigate and tools to play with, garages seem like an exciting place to kids. And the more active their imagination is, the more alluring this area becomes! But as we all know, what looks and feels like harmless fun to a kid can quickly lead […]
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Children today are inundated by technology and indoor activities for mental stimulation. This makes it extremely important to teach the importance of physical wellness and exercise. We all know the benefits of exercising daily for cardiovascular health, weight management, emotional health and more, but it’s becoming increasingly less of a focus for our children. So […]
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Technological advances have made it next to impossible to keep today’s generation away from screens. From tablets to computers, phones, ipods, televisions and even watches, we are so consumed by all of the options out there to keep us entertained. But when is it too much? There is certainly strong evidence that supports finding balance […]
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It probably feels like just yesterday that you were in the throws of newborn exhaustion or even toddler tantrums. Let’s be honest, kids grow up so quickly and parenting can feel like a whirlwind. Everytime we master one thing, a new change is on the horizon. Getting ready for kindergarten can be a big batch […]
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Summer seems to fly by more quickly each year. Between vacations, swimming, barbecues, camping and beaches we tend to lose a lot of structure during this time of the year. Isn’t that why we all look forward to summer in the first place? The chaos evoked by the long days is lots of fun and […]
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Home intruders don’t only target properties when you’re at home. In fact, statistics show they’re more likely to enter a house when they get the impression there’s no one there. You can learn more on how to protect yourself during a home invasion here (link: 11 Non-Lethal Home Defense Weapons). We also believe prevention is […]
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Years ago, it was perfectly normal to ask the teen next door (or down the road) to babysit for you, even at the last minute. Times have changed. While hiring a teenage babysitter or nanny is still a perfect solution, parents need to start thinking more about safety issues and preparing their babysitter for all […]
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When loading your kids up in the car, you need to have the peace of mind that the car seat you have will keep them safe in the unfortunate case of an accident. Aside from the model, how you install and use the seat is very important. Check out these tips for car seat safety. […]
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We all want to feel safe in our homes and neighborhoods. Creating an environment that ensures your safety is very important. Whether you are a homeowner or renter, it is the neighborhood or community that must take responsibility to focus on safety as a group. Power in numbers holds true here, and community efforts are […]
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If you have a toddler running around your home, you know that life is certainly a wild card. One moment the tiny little human is cuddling and singing silly songs and then things can take a sharp turn and spiral right into a massive temper tantrum. This stage of parenting can be difficult but keep […]
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