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Bullying: Definition, Intervention and Prevention

Bullies come in all shapes and sizes. Being a victim of bullying can have far-reaching psychological effects on children, adolescents and adults. If you have ever been bullied, you always remember the bully, the actions taken by the bully and the way the bully made you feel, whether you were in their presence or not. […]

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Navigating the Digital Playground

Balancing Parental Monitoring and Online Safety for Kids  In an era dominated by digital connectivity, parents find themselves faced with the challenging task of ensuring their children’s safety in the vast online landscape without compromising their privacy. The prevalence of social media platforms, online gaming, and virtual interactions has made it imperative that parents strike […]

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SAFE & SOUND: Separation On Vacation

Choosing the perfect family vacation takes a lot of thought and planning. We often think about beautiful locations, sightseeing, recreational activities, and creating lasting memories. Many of us fail to plan for the unexpected, such as the possibility of being separated from our children. Would you and your children know what to do? Equally as […]

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Safety Tips for Winter Driving

I was just ten minutes away from home on my hour drive from work, when the cars in front of me started to hit their brakes. We just had a big snow storm and the temperatures were nearly below zero. Seeing the red brake lights in front of me light up like a christmas tree […]

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Safety Tips for Spending Time Outside with Your Dog

When going outside with your dog there are a few things to consider to keep your furry friend safe! Not doing so can send you and your dog to the vet potentially with a hefty price tag. You should be aware of where your dog is at all times. If you are in a location […]

5 Safety Tips for Pets and Heat

Summer Safety – Five Pet Safety Tips

Summer time in hot climates can be great for you and your dog, but also very dangerous for your furry loved one.  Keep your pets safe in the heat by following these safety tips.

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4 Ways to Protect Yourself from Skin Cancer

Who doesn’t love the feeling of warm sunshine on their skin? I have been a sun lover most of my life.  I look back and remember the crazy things we used to do (which I don’t recommend) to try to get a darker tan.  The sun felt so great, and we loved the healthy glow […]

Playground Safety

Beware of Concussions Most kids never met a playground they didn’t like. They may certainly have their favorites, but even the old, worn out, simplest playgrounds attract children for hours of play. Playgrounds are a great place for children to explore, run, learn new skills and have opportunities to take risks and test their limits, […]

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Video Games Safety Discussions with Kids

Playing video games is part of our culture. A study by NDP Group found that 71% of kids between the ages 2 and 17 played video games. It is not for me to say if kids should or shouldn’t play video games; I’ll leave the parenting to the parents. If your kids do play video […]

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Summer Safety Tips: Fireworks Safety

Fireworks and fireworks safety go together like hotdogs and hamburgers! Summertime is upon us and for many it’s a time for families and friends to gather and watch the sky light up with fireworks. It’s also that time of the year when we hear about injuries sustained from unsafe practices related to improper handling of […]