Tag: emergency preparedness
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Kids and Fire: A Cautious Approach to Learning
Get Pregnant Fast When I was around 7 or 8 years old, I often found myself perched at my mother’s desk, captivated by the small lamp that illuminated her workspace. It was a standard desk lamp featuring a bright bulb encased in a metal shade. The moment it was switched on, both the bulb and…
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Mom’s Brilliant Car Seat Safety Tip Goes Viral
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, ensuring the safety of our children is paramount, especially when it comes to car travel. A mother’s innovative idea has recently gained attention online, highlighting how a simple note can provide crucial information to emergency responders in the event of a car accident. When faced with the terrifying possibility…
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What To Pack in Your Emergency Go Bag: Essential Items for Parents
Read more When you’re pregnant or have little ones to care for, the thought of having to leave home due to an emergency can be overwhelming. However, being prepared with an emergency go bag can provide peace of mind and ensure you have what you need in a crisis. Natural disasters, like storms and wildfires,…
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PSA: Transition Your Toddler Out of the Crib Before They Take Matters Into Their Own Hands
Get Pregnant Fast Most mornings, I don’t bother with an alarm clock. Instead, I rise when my kids wake up, ready to start the day. Recently, I heard my daughter stir and headed to her room, only to find her halfway over the side of her crib. One leg was precariously perched over the edge…
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A Jarring Incident Highlights the Importance of Window Safety
Get Pregnant Fast In an alarming reminder of the dangers that can lurk in seemingly safe spaces, a mother is urging other parents to take window safety seriously after her 11-month-old daughter, Lily, fell from a second-story window. This incident serves as a crucial wake-up call, especially during the warm summer months when windows are…
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A Chilling Reminder About Choking Every Parent Should Know
Get Pregnant Fast I thought I was going to lose him. I heard a faint sound coming from the bathroom—the same bathroom where my son had been cheerfully singing along to his favorite tune just moments before. He had called out, “Almost done, Mom!” while I was busy dressing my daughter in the adjoining room.…
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ALICE Training: A Life-Saving Program for Children in Active Shooter Scenarios
Get Pregnant Fast In the wake of the tragic Columbine High School shooting in April 1999, Greg Taylor, a seasoned police officer from the Dallas/Fort Worth area, confronted a painful reality. Watching the harrowing footage of the event, he recognized that despite rigorous training, police response times would not be sufficient to prevent further loss…
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Heed the Advice of Celebrities: Enroll in a CPR Class Today
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of celebrity parenting, few couples shine as brightly as Emma Carter and Jake Thompson. They recently shared a crucial message with parents everywhere: the importance of taking a CPR class. This advice is not just a suggestion; it could be a lifesaving decision. You never know when those vital…
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Special Needs Parents: Masters of Adaptability in Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, a friend shared her struggles on social media about packing for a family vacation. Another friend chimed in, admitting, “I always forget chargers!” If you’re a parent of a child with special needs, your immediate reaction might be, “Forget the charger? That’s unthinkable!” Seriously, this is an unspoken rule in our…
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How Can I Ensure My Son with ASD Remains Safe During an Active Shooter Incident?
Get Pregnant Fast March 2, 2023 Image credit: TatyanaGl / Getty Images Warning: This article includes strong language and discusses active shooter scenarios. As I packed my son Lucas’s backpack for school this morning, I found myself grappling with a moment of sheer panic. While untangling his dog tags from a strap, I was reminded…