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All of the kids will be getting out of school soon and while it will certainly make for a slightly quieter rush hour, it also means that as drivers we’ll need to be more vigilant when we’re out on the road during the day.  In spite of the great emphasis that’s placed on keeping our children safe, the bottom line is that kids are just kids and they forget sometimes to do all the right things.  As drivers it’s our responsibility to make sure that a little forgetfulness from a four year old doesn’t cost them everything.

And roads are not the only things.  If you don’t have a truly kick-butt safety fence and alarm system for your swimming pool, you have to do something about that.  Swimming pool safety is another place where a little mistake can have simply brutal consequences and again - it falls to us to make our children safe….and our friends kids and neighbors kids too.

Finally, just another note on summer safety for kids. While the consequences - on the surface - are not as dire as a traffic accident or drowning, it’s important to make sure that your kids are wearing lots of sunscreen.  Yes - I too went through my childhood without sunscreen and only rarely suffered very, very slight burns, but now I can burn badly - so something has changed.

Take Care of your Animals with the Emergency First Aid for Pets

Any pet owner knows that the family dog, cat, or other pet is more than just an animal—it’s a part of the family. Unfortunately, just like any other member of your family, your pet can be injured, so it is important to have an emergency first aid for pets kit around. These kits contain everything you’d need to treat a normal accident or handle an emergency situation. A kit like this is especially important if you’re taking your pet on a trip or out camping in the wilderness and don’t know where the nearest vet is located. You can use the items in the emergency kit to temporarily treat the injury until a vet can be found. This kit contains antibiotic ointment, string relief pads, a cold pack, hydrogen peroxide spray, various sizes of bandages, gloves, antiseptic towels, eyewash, a pair of metal scissors, a pair of tweezers, and a first aid guide. It all fits into a very convenient carrying case that fits easily in your trunk, backpack, or even in your emergency kit.

Do you have to walk across a dark parking lot at night? Is your home surrounded by trees or other obstacles that could hide someone? If so, you may feel unsafe when walking around in the dark. While mace may help protect you, if you can’t get it aimed in time, it won’t do much good. However, the electronic pocket whistle personal safety alarm can alert others that you are in need of assistance. Just press the button and it lets out a 120 decibel noise, bringing everyone nearby running. It’s also great for locating others when you go camping or hiking. The safety alarm is more than just a product for women, however; it’s also a good child safety product as long as your child knows to only use it in emergencies and that it’s not a toy. The entire whistle is small enough to fit in your pocket, in a purse, or in your backpack.

You never know when a disaster will hit, but with this child safety product, you won’t ever have to worry about your child being unprepared. The children’s emergency survival go bag, which was designed by emergency preparedness professionals, has everything a child up to eleven years old will need. The backpack is only nine pounds when loaded, so children can easily carry it. Inside, your son or daughter will find six boxes of water and six food bars to sustain them for several days. There’s also a flashlight that’s powered by squeezing the handle instead of batteries, three glow sticks, and a whistle that also features a mirror, compass, and a flint starter. For protection from the elements or the cold, the kit includes a fleece blanket, a poncho, a body warmer, and gloves. There’s a fully stocked first aid kit, toothpaste, toothbrush, and soap as well. Of course, boredom will set in, and to take care of that, the kit also includes a coloring book, crayons, and more.

Many people install cameras in their nursery to keep an eye on their baby. Keeping children safe is, after all, the primary goal of every parent. However, one of the issues with many security cameras is that they only give you one set view of the room. You can only see what’s right in front of the camera, and sometimes, that’s just not enough. That’s where the wireless pan & tilt camera and monitor comes into play. The camera wirelessly transmits video and sound to your small portable monitor. The monitor also features several buttons that allow you to rotate the camera 270 degrees side to side and 120 degrees up and down. This allows you to see almost the entire room. If the room is dark, the camera automatically goes into night vision mode. The camera itself weights less than a pound, allowing you to easily mount it anywhere in the room. It needs to be plugged in, but the receiver works on 4 AAA batteries, so you can take it anywhere.  This is a versatile nursery camera and monitor and a great value.

If you’ve ever lost your child in the grocery store or the mall, you’ve experienced a parent’s worst nightmare. However, there are a number of child safety products on the market to help prevent this problem. One of them is the Giggle Bug. The Giggle Bug is a small device that you attach to the child’s clothing. If he or she wanders off, you simply press the button on the Giggle Bug transmitter and the device on your kid’s clothing starts beeping, letting you know where he or she is. Unlike some similar devices, the Giggle Bug also beeps if your child (or someone else) removes the device without deactivating the transmitter first. This will alert you if your kid decides he or she doesn’t want to be monitored or if a kidnapper tries to remove it. The Giggle Bug works up to around 100 feet indoors and up to 150 feet outside. If you have a child who doesn’t stick near you, the Giggle Bug is the perfect solution.

Having a pool in your backyard can be a great way of enjoying summer family fun, and children love it. However, a pool does present a safety hazard: nearly a thousand children drown every year. In fact, in some areas, drowning is actually the top cause of accidental deaths for children under four years old. However, this swimming pool safety alarm can add another level of child safety to your pool beyond a fence or pool cover. The alarm features a motion sensor that goes off if anyone enters the pool. The alarm emits a pulsating tone on both the main unit and on the remote unit, which you can place up to 200 feet from the pool. You’re sure to hear it no matter where you are. The device can easily be put into sleep mode when you want to enjoy a nice swim. Once you’re done, the push of a button turns the alarm back on, and as long as it is plugged in or has a 9 volt battery in it, the alarm cannot be completely deactivated.

It never fails—you’re in the grocery store or the mall and you turn away from your child for just one little minute…and when you turn back, they’re gone! It’s every parent’s worst nightmare, but it doesn’t have to be. With this child locator, the Giggle Bug, you won’t have to fear losing your child again. This child safety device works just like the emergency alarm on your car: you have a remote, and you attach the other end of the Giggle Bug to your child. If you lose them, simply press the button on the remote and the device attached to your child will start beeping. It also beeps if it is removed from your child’s clothing. This lets you know if your kid is trying to get away from you or if a stranger detaches the device. It also has a battery light that warns you if the device is running out of power. It has a range of about 100 feet, which is pretty good. If your child has a habit of wandering off, this device is ideal.

You can buy the Giggle Bug from Your Best Defense - on the blogroll.

The two-pack of these motion sensing security night lights means you’ll never stub your toe or bump into anything again while getting up in the middle of the night. This two-pack provides night lights for you and for your kids. They’re motion sensing, too, so the light goes off when it’s not in use. The bulb is completely covered for child safety. You won’t have to worry about tripping over your kid’s toys, and your kids will feel safe enough to get up during the night and go to the bathroom by themselves. The lights may also help scare off burglars and other home invaders by making them think someone is turning on lights. They work great in hallways, bathrooms, kitchens, and near stairwells, especially dark stairwells that you may need to go up and down during the night. They’re affordably priced, too, so you can buy as many as you need to light up your whole home.

The Identakey child identification key chain is one of the top child safety devices around. The Identakey stores everything about your child - fingerprint scans, photos, medical records, and vital statistics. It can be used to create an ID card, posters of your child, and more. All you need to do is plug it into any computer’s USB port. The Identakey software then starts up, making it very easy to add, update, and access the information stored on it. The software outlines a step by step process that anyone can use.

It’s perfect for your family emergency kit, and you’ll certainly want to take it with you on family vacations. Of course, you can always keep your Identakey key chain on your key ring so you have it handy at all times. What’s more, the Identakey is a delightfully affordable child safety product, as well as being very easy to use. Plus, you can use it for anyone, not just children - those with health issues may want to keep their medical records on hand, and it can also be used for the elderly.