Nanny to Mommy

The world is a scary place, which may be the understatement of this lifetime. However, as a parent, you need to recognize the truth and reality in that statement. It's easy to get caught up in our grown-up lives and forget that the world looks quite different from the perspective of our children. 

They are growing up much differently than we did. As such, they are vulnerable to dangers that not all of us have experienced, especially at their age. You must learn how to protect your child in modern times as well as respecting timeless dangers.

As our children navigate a world vastly different from our own upbringing, it's crucial to equip them with both modern and timeless protection. Consider the importance of a bulletproof vest kids—a metaphor for safeguarding their well-being in today's dynamic environment.

Keep reading for everything you need to know about keeping your child safe in today's world. 

Sadly, children will always remain the prey of adult predators. It's both infuriating and disgusting that we need to teach our children how to stay safe from child predators. However, doing so could save their lives. 

Educate your child about stranger danger: 

- Keep a respectable distance away from unknown adults 

- Run from cars in the opposite direction from which they're driving 

- Never get into a vehicle with an unknown person 

- Never tell a stranger at the door or on the phone their parents aren't home 

- Ideally, never answer the door when parents aren't home 

- Shout loudly if they're in an unsafe situation The more your child knows about stranger danger, the more protected they'll be. 

Unfortunately, stranger danger is no longer just a physical threat. With new technology and connectedness has come new dangers. Teach your child about online safety.

Set up passwords and parental locks on computers and other online devices. Make sure younger children are staying off social media. Monitor older children's social media usage, friends, and activities.

It may feel like an invasion of privacy to them, but it is necessary to ensure their protection and privacy. 

We also recommend using cell phone tracking to protect your child and monitor their location at all times. There are cell phone watches you can buy for your child that he or she can wear every day.

They can call, text, or even send emergency distress signals using these watches. Of course, you can also use these watches as a GPS to know their location. 

Finally, we recommend creating an emergency plan for various situations. For example, everyone in the house should know exactly what to do in the event of a fire.

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Additionally, you need to establish an emergency plan for when you aren't around. For example, as noted above, your child should have an emergency button on their cell phone he or she can push if they're in danger. They should also know how to work with the home security system.

Finally, come up with a password or code your child can use to communicate danger over the phone if someone else is watching or listening. You should also establish a safety word. If you need to send someone to pick up your child, they can use the safety word to let them know they are in good hands.

Being a parent is one of the most difficult trials of life. It frustrating, draining, and expensive. However, the gift of having children far outweighs the struggles. 

But remember, one of your responsibilities as a parent is to protect your child from harm. Do everything you can to make sure your child is safe.

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