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4 Car Seat Safety Tips Every Parent Should Know from a Child Passenger Safety Expert

April 22, 2015 by Kathryn 2 Comments

Even though every parent knows that keeping babies properly secured in a car seat is important, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that three out of every four car seats are installed incorrectly. I know that I often wondered if I had properly secured my boys’ seats in the car and also questioned when I should move them to seats meant for older or larger children. I only wish that I’d had Kelley Adams-Campos to advise me back then! Recently the top Ford child passenger safety expert came to Regina to share her knowledge of car seat safety with teen mothers who attend the Shirley Schneider Support Centre and even having raised two kids, I learned a lot. Here are four great tips from Kelley:

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Keep Kids Facing Back

Children should remain in a rear-facing seat for as long as possible, says Kelley, since it minimizes the chance of neck and head injury in the event of a collision. Check the manufacturer’s instructions to find the maximum height and weight recommended for having a seat facing the rear and don’t turn it forward before a child reaches it. Ideally, Kelley says, children should be rear facing until at least two years of age. If you’re concerned about your baby being able to see you, remember that he’s never known any other way of driving and so won’t miss a thing. And if you’re worried about checking on your little one while driving, stop. Distracting yourself from the road to entertain your child just puts both of you in greater danger of an accident. [Read more…]

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Three Tips for Keeping Children Safe Through Life’s Seasons and Stages #LSSS

January 14, 2015 by Kathryn 25 Comments

One of the things that always amazes me about being a parent is how many different stages my boys have already gone through. From the helpless days of infancy to the days of testing their independence, it’s no small job keeping them safe sometimes! While I haven’t been through every life stage and season yet, I have learned a few things about keeping my family safe and these three tips have helped me navigate my boys’ changing needs safely!

Infancy

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There is no time that’s more stressful when it comes to keeping a baby safe than early infancy, especially for a first time parent. The most simple toys and household items suddenly become a danger and ensuring you’ve properly secured your home can feel like an endless process. That’s why I found it helpful to go through each room of my house and look for potential dangers. Securing curtain cords out of reach, covering outlets and locking up dangerous items takes a bit of time, but it’s worth it! The cleaning cupboard was one of my biggest challenges since it’s below the sink but a Master Lock Password Combination Lock ensured the supplies stayed out of little hands! [Read more…]

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