Other Safety Issues

Now that your big kid is older, you can't keep an eye on him all the time. But you can take some simple precautions to ensure he stays safe even when you're not around. Here's what you need to know about other safety issues.

Teens Are Hoarding Borax & Glue to Make Slime--But Is It Safe?

Kids are obsessed with making slime out of Elmer's glue and Borax, but some are saying it's unsafe. We asked a pediatrician to weigh in.

We Now Know Why a 10-Year-Old Died on the Verruckt Water Slide in Kansas

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Schwabs after their 10-year-old son died in a tragic water slide accident.

Warning: Essential Oils Are Poisoning More and More Kids

Don't assume just because essential oils are naturally derived they can't cause your child serious harm.

How to Talk to Kids About Sex

Can't talk about the birds and the bees? Betsy Brown Braun, author of "Just Tell Me What to Say," gives you the matter-of-fact ways to talk about sex.

5 Tips to Teach Kids to Play Safely with Dogs

Dogs are kid's best friend! But to get these BFFs together, children need to learn safe get-to-know-Fido rules.

Choosing the Best Life Jackets for Kids

Keep your kids safe and secure in all types of water situations, such as boating and swimming, with our tips for choosing U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets.

How to Protect Your Child From a Predator: Recognizing the Warning Signs

As young female gymnasts shared their horrifying stories of sexual assault during former USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar's sentencing hearing, parents across the country asked themselves how this predator remained unreported for two decades. The majority of children who've been victimized never tell on their own. And sadly, in this case, the ones who did were not heard. So it's up to us to spot the warning signs and listen.

Alarming Trend: Kids Ages 6 to 12 Intentionally Drinking Hand Sanitizer

Parents, this is one trend you need to be "in the know" about given its potentially dangerous side-effects.

8 Life-Saving Water Safety Rules Every Parent Needs to Know

More than 600 children drown every year. But you can help bring down this tragic number. We'll show you how to make nearly every body of water--from your bathtub to the beach--a whole lot safer for your family and friends.

12 Safety Tips for Your Next Road Trip

If you're planning a road trip with your family, you'll want to start checking off this safety list at least a few days before you hit the open road.

How to Talk to Kids About Sexual Abuse

It's important to explain the signs of sex abuse. Betsy Brown Braun, author of "Just Tell Me What to Say," recommends ways you can help your child to protect her body.

Mom Posts Urgent Warning After Seat Belt Severely Injures Her 6-Year-Old

One mom wants to make sure what happened to her daughter will not happen to another child.

How to Protect Your Child's Identity

Kids are especially vulnerable to credit-card fraud because thieves "borrow" their Social Security number for years without anyone finding out. Don't let it happen to your child.

Half of Kids' Headphones That Claim to Limit Volume May Actually Cause Hearing Loss

Here's a report every parent should pay close attention to!

Can You Spot the Warning Signs of Gun Violence in This Video?

Sandy Hook Promise has released a powerful new PSA showing how to spot the subtle signs that may lead to gun violence.

Poison in the Air: The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide

Few parents realize that carbon monoxide -- an invisible, odorless gas -- can be a serious hazard even if you're outdoors.

This Must-Watch Video is a Great Way to Introduce Your Kids to Consent

The idea of 'consent' has been on the public's collective mind a lot of late. But how do you even begin to have this difficult, yet essential parent-child conversation? This video by a mom-daughter team will make it so much easier.

Signs and Symptoms of Child Abuse

The following are a few of the physical and behavioral indicators of child abuse and neglect.

Talking to Kids About Tragic News Stories

When something big happens in the world, use this no-scare guide to explaining current events.

A Pediatrician's Role in the Gun Debate

Laws in the works may prevent pediatricians from asking parents whether they have a gun in their home -- and, in effect, to discuss gun safety. Doctors and parents weigh in on this thorny issue.

More Indoor Trampoline Parks = More Visits to the ER

As the number of trampoline parks increases around the country, so do the number of kids' injuries.

Guns in the Home: Playdates and Safety

Vice President Joe Biden addresses Parents readers' questions about keeping guns at home away from children, and how to discuss guns before a child goes on a playdate.

Explaining Catastrophic Events

Explaining a national disaster like the attacks on the U.S. can be difficult for parents. We spoke to an expert who describes the best approach.

How Can We Feel Safe After Yet Another Mass Shooting?

One mom pleads for change in the wake of the terrifying events in San Bernardino, California.

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