Choosing a Caregiver for Your Child: Beyond the Basics
Chances are, at some point you'll be looking for a caregiver for your child. Whether your work commitments have you seeking a daycare provider, or the desire for a dinner out with friends has you desperately seeking a babysitter, hiring a caregiver is a common part of being a parent. If you've started your search, you may have a list of things you're looking for: experience, references, and a good … [Read More...]
Summertime Surfing: Internet Safety Tips
The Internet offers a lot of entertainment for kids in the summer months. But, when it comes to Internet safety, we've gone beyond the family PC in the living room: many households have multiple computers, laptops, cell phones and game consoles. This means many more opportunities for kids to go online, and a greater need for families to be aware of Internet dangers. Let's look at three ways your … [Read More...]
Heading to High School: The Middle School Transition
New classes, new faces, and new challenges...The transition from junior high to high school can be an extremely exciting but scary time for both kids and parents. While adolescents look forward to making friends and experiencing new things, they're also concerned about being picked on by older students, having harder work, making lower grades, and getting lost in an unfamiliar school (Mizelle, 1995; … [Read More...]
Why Nanny Cams Don’t Work
Nanny cams have become an extremely popular security tool among parents. The websites where these products are sold tell parents to “Get the proof you need!” and “Know your nanny!” Nanny cams are small and can be hidden in walls, ceilings, or even disguised in a toy. But, before you consider picking up this high-tech gadget to babysit your babysitter, think about the terms proactive vs. reactive … [Read More...]
At Home Alone: Are Your Kids Ready?
By Samantha Wilson If you are considering leaving your child at home alone for a few hours before or after school while you are at work or just out running errands – you are not alone. Thousands of parents each year are faced with the task of deciding if their child is ready, willing and capable of being at home unsupervised. But, is your child ready? Are you? The decision to leave one or several … [Read More...]
Community
FREE Parent Seminars! All You Need To Do Is Vote!
Hi Fans! Kidproof is excited to announce that our idea has been accepted as a finalist in the Pepsi Refresh Challenge in Canada! We are trying to raise funds in order to present free seminars to parents across Canada to teach them about cyber safety and how to keep their kids and families safe … [Read More...]
Reaching Out Into The Community
When Sherilyn Serafinchan started her Kidproof franchise in Edmonton, she had no idea that there was such a great need for child safety programs in the many small communities around Alberta. “One of the nicest things is how word gets around in all these places,” says Sherilyn. “There are a lot … [Read More...]
Vow to Make Kidproof a Houshold Name
Blair Jordan wants to make sure that everybody knows her name, and Kidproof's! “I want to be the go-to person for child safety,” she says. “In the next five years, I want to be so entrenched in the minds of parents that Kidproof becomes a household name.” Blair, who used to work in the operating … [Read More...]
Feature Partner Committed to Keeping Kids Safe On and Off the Playground
Andy Constantinou already had one successful kid-centred business when he joined Kidproof as a franchisee in Waterloo Region, Ontario. Andy runs a playground safety company called Safe Play Recreation Inc., that's going into its sixth year of business. “I inspect playground equipment primarily,” … [Read More...]
The Economy of Hate Crimes
The economic downturn has had an effect on millions of lives - job loss, rising debt and healthcare concerns are just a few of the issues facing families today. According to hate crimes experts, the poor economy has also led to an increase in hate crimes. Analysts claim that the discontent of many Americans, … [Read More...]
Teen Safety
Heading to High School: The Middle School Transition
New classes, new faces, and new challenges...The transition from junior high to high school can be an extremely exciting but scary time for both kids and … [Read More...]
Dangers in the Medicine Cabinet
While educating kids about the dangers of drugs is a year-round concern, it's especially important during the summer months, when children have more time … [Read More...]
It’s Time to Talk About Drinking
Your child's free time this summer could involve drinking with friends at the beach, or downing beers in a friend's backyard. Consider the facts: according … [Read More...]
Help Your Kids Know No
When we think about teens and sexual assault, our thoughts automatically go to helping our daughters protect themselves from dangerous situations. However, … [Read More...]
The Darker Side of Summer Love
Do you remember your first summer love? While many of us have only fond memories of our earliest kisses, some of us have experienced the darker side to … [Read More...]
Parenting
Why Nanny Cams Don’t Work
Nanny cams have become an extremely popular security tool among parents. The websites where these products are sold tell parents to “Get the proof you … [Read More...]
Choosing a Caregiver for Your Child: Beyond the Basics
Chances are, at some point you'll be looking for a caregiver for your child. Whether your work commitments have you seeking a daycare provider, or the … [Read More...]
Does Your School Control Visitor Access?
The practice of leaving school doors unlocked during the day keeps kids safe from being trapped inside in case of a fire, but it can also put them at risk. There … [Read More...]
Classroom Misconduct: Female Teachers As Predators
The majority of our children's teachers are supportive, mentoring and dedicated to kids' safety and well-being. However, there are those who abuse their … [Read More...]
When Is Your Child Ready to Walk to School?
Children and parents are gearing up for another school year. An important part of back-to-school safety is figuring out how your child will get to and … [Read More...]
