 The age-old rite of passage, spring break, is right around the corner and college kids across the country are starting to plan trips that are usually filled with an abundance of sun, alcohol, and sex. For many young girls, this is their first trip away from Mom and Dad’s watchful eye and a chance to cut loose. While most will return from these trips with merely some great stories to tell their friends, the sad reality is that some will make some regrettable choices and even put themselves in dangerous situations.
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 Almost from the moment you learn that you’re pregnant, an overwhelming amount of information begins coming your way. There are so many new experiences and so many things to consider that it’s almost impossible to remember everything. And thanks to the internet, now even more information is available than ever before. One thing that many OB/GYNs don’t discuss with their patients, however, is newborn screening tests that are conducted when your baby is born.
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 It’s a great time to organize your home and do a “safety check-up” of your child’s toys and furniture. When you have kids it’s important to be organized and keep dangerous items stored securely and locked away. Keep in mind how you store things is equally as important as what you store.
Linen Closets/Medicine Cabinets
Many parents think to lock away household cleaning products but neglect potential poisons in their bathroom cabinets and linen closets. Hairsprays and hair gels, mouth washes, toothpaste and perfume can all be harmful if ingested. Be sure that these items are stored in a locked cabinet preferably on the top shelf. Rearrange linen closets to place safe items such as towels on the shelves that are within children’s reach.
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If you live in most parts of the country, snow is a reality of winter. As a mom, I must admit that I enjoy the first snow day of the year as much as the kids. There’s something about it that makes everyone feel like a kid again.
There are so many great outdoor sports to enjoy in the winter, but it’s important to take some basic safety precautions, participate responsibly, and also recognize the signs of when it’s time to take a break to warm up with some hot chocolate.
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The use of the internet as a research tool is now starting at a very young age. My second-grade daughter was asked to select an animal and research information about it online. I’m sure there are many other schools that are starting children online in kindergarten and first grade, but while it’s a wonderful tool, the web can also be an extremely dangerous place for children.
Do you know what your child is exposed to on the internet?
Unfortunately, children lack the critical thinking skills to determine if someone is trying to glean information from them or is genuinely interested in becoming a cyber pal. Even adults have been victimized by con artists over the Internet and have been persuaded to divulge personal information, credit card information, or send money for some scheme. Imagine how easy it is for a nine or ten-year-old to be victimized! Children have access to pornographic sites, sites promoting violence against a specific race or religion, and most importantly, chat rooms where sexual predators are lurking.
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