How to Avoid Halloween Night Hazards

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Halloween can be lots of fun for kids, little and big but it is also filled with unseen dangers. From exposure to predators to random accidents, Halloween night can be a hazardous night for both kids and adults.

masses of children roaming the streets + restrictive viewing through make up and masks + nighttime conditions = potentially dangerous and hazardous night.

To ensure your kids end up with a bag full of loot and nothing else, here are some safety reminders.

• Use reflective tape on dark colored costumes. Add it to the costume or the trick or treat bag if your kids don’t want to “mess up” their costume.

Annual National Seat Check Saturday/Child Passenger Safety Week

The annual National Seat Check Saturday sponsored by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is set for September 5th closing out the annual Child Passenger Safety Week (September 19-25). This is the day you can have your child’s restraint system inspected and checked for proper installation and use.

Did you know 3 out 4 child safety seats are used INCORRECTLY???

Keeping our Kid's Safe on Social Media

Guest Post By Regina Lewis, AOL Consumer Advisor

These days, your teens’ “friends” aren’t just the kids hanging out in your kitchen and family room, they’re hundreds of contacts on their “friend” and “buddy” lists. More than 50 million teens (ages 13 to 17) are online worldwide and the average number of “friends” is 130. For many teens, these numbers are even higher. It’s not unusual to have more than 500 “friends” and more than 1,000 profile photos.

So, how can you realistically keep up with your child’s vast circle of “friends” and ongoing status and photo updates?

1. Become a “Friend”
For starters, you can become your child’s online. They’ll need to accept your friend request. This can be easier said than done. In some cases, you may get push back. It’s your call how strongly you press.
There are more private alternatives. A new product called SafeSocial lets you privately see everything you would as a “friend” and even more. Many kids prefer this route. Remember, you’re not “spying” on them; you’re simply doing your job as an informed and involved parent.