Child Safety and "Stranger Danger"

Child Safety is an important issue in today's world. It is important to be aware and prevent any "bad" situations. The dangers of strangers. We hear too many "horror" stories on the news about children being abducted and harmed. I felt this subject was so crucial and I have dedicated a page to this very subject. So please keep reading.

You must first realize that there are people who will prey on your children.Even your toddlers. I feel that this topic is so important and we need to discuss safety with our children at any age. * Remember this requires ongoing constant communication with your child.* Keep your child's age level in mind when you are discussing child safety.

Strangers

Children at every age should have an understanding of what the word stranger means. There are "good" strangers. Not all strangers are bad. It is important to teach your child the difference. For example when children are lost they need to know whom to turn to if they need help.

Examples of Good Strangers:

• Policemen
• Teachers
• Store Clerks

It is important that your children know whom they can go to if they feel they are being followed or if they feel threatened. Again, CONSTANTLY instill this into your children. Talk about strangers and child safety on a daily basis. Equip your children with the knowledge. It is important.

If they are approached by a “bad” stranger who tries to lure or physically pull them away, the best thing they can do is get the attention of other adults - whether that is by running to the nearest home, or making enough noise to be heard by someone, the vast majority of adults will help a child in danger.

Child Safety Tips

Again these may not apply for toddlers however as soon as your child is able, these tips should be applied. Talk to your children about these tips and why they should use them at all times.

• Make sure that your child knows their name, address, and phone number.
• Have a family password. Ask a stranger what the password is. Do Not go with them if they do not know it.
• Always go places with friends... never alone.
• Trust your instincts – (God places them there for a reason. If you feel you are being followed or something is not right, seek help immediately.
• If a stranger approaches you, you do not have to speak to him or her. NEVER approach a motor vehicle. or get in one for a ride or anything. Just keep walking. Do not accept candy or any other items from a stranger. Never walk off with a stranger no matter what he or she tells you.
• If a person grabs you, do everything you can to stop him or her from pulling you away or dragging you into his or her car. Drop to the ground, kick, hit, bite, and scream. Do whatever it takes to attract the attention of others who can help you. If someone is dragging you away, scream, "this is not my dad," or "this is not my mom."

Thanks to www.childsafety.net for an awesome reference of this information.

Child safety is critical. As parents, we must do our jobs to instill confidence in our children about strangers. We want them to be well informed and know exactly what to do in case of a situation. I pray that nothing ever does, however it is a sad reality and we need to prepare our children as much as possible.

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