Prevention Tips Because Knowledge is Power…
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- Category: Keeping Them Safe - Children
- Created: Thursday, 15 September 2016 01:29
- Written by SafelyEverAfter
The never, never rule
Never: accept candy or treats, enter someone’s home, go for a walk, or get in a car with someone unless you have your parents permission first.
- Remind your children: safe grownups don’t ask kids for help.
- Never leave young children unsupervised… not even for a minute.
- Replace the word “stranger” with “tricky person”: it’s not what someone looks like, it’s what they say or want to do with a child that makes them unsafe or “tricky”.
- A tricky person can be someone you know well, don’t know at all, or know just a little bit… like your mail carrier or the ice cream man. Anyone who tries to get a child to break their safety rules or hurt their body is not okay.
- Listen to your child. If they don’t want to be around a particular person, such as a babysitter, relative, or family friend, don’t force them. They may be getting a “red flag” signal that you are unaware of.
- Be mindful of settings where older children have a lot of privacy with younger children. Keep doors open, especially during playdates.
- Practice personal safety strategies with your kids: what would they do if they were lost in a store? What would they say if someone asked them for directions or assistance?
- Do not write your child’s name on the outside of any personal belongings such as a backpack or jacket.
- Older children should always use the buddy system whenever and wherever possible.
- “the uh-oh feeling”: trust your instincts and let your child know it’s okay for them to trust theirs.
- Establish a straightforward family rule: no secrets allowed, especially if it involves "private parts" or "uh-oh" touches. It's always okay to tell!
- Let children decide for themselves how they want to express affection. Do not force them to hug or kiss another person.
- Spend time with your kids. Children who are starved for attention can be especially vulnerable to a predator’s tricks.
- Volunteer at your child’s school or other activities. Know who the people are who are interacting with your children.
- Develop strong communication skills with your child so that they will feel safe coming to you if something is bothering them.
- Teach safety concepts in a loving, easy-going manner. Scare tactics can make a child fearful and are not necessary.
Source : http://safelyeverafter.com/tips.html
