Babies are constantly on the move. Parents and caregivers can help keep babies safe when they are in and around cars and other vehicles.Learn to properly install a child safety seat and restrain your baby every time he or she is in a car to help prevent injuries in a crash. Also, always actively supervise your baby and never leave him alone in or near a vehicle.
Little kids may no longer be babies, but they still need just as much protection when they are in and around cars.Learn to properly install a child safety seat, and restrain your child every time he rides in a car. As well, always actively supervise your children and never leave them alone in or around vehicles.
Big kids are on the move, now more than ever. With more independence, big kids can do a lot more. They may try to assert their independence by ignoring or objecting to following safe behaviors. However, parents and caregivers should always enforce safety rules.No matter if they’re in a car, riding a bike or walking around their neighborhood, big kids still need to learn safe behaviors to prevent accidents and injuries.
Pre-teens and teens may struggle to gain independence and control. Because they spend more time unsupervised by adults, they may engage in risk-taking behaviors. Perceptions of invincibility and immortality also put them at risk for injury.By discussing safety issues with your preteen, and practicing and modeling safe behaviors yourself, you can help keep your child safe while she walks, bikes and rides in cars.
