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From childproofing your home to teaching kids about stranger danger, read up on ways to keep your child safe and happy.

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Experts explain why you shouldn't post back to school photos on social media

13 campfire safety tips for kids

The UK missing children cases that are still ongoing

What paramedics wish parents wouldn't do

Everything you need to know about product recalls

Is it ever right to leave kids home alone?

The 5 safety rules all 4-year-olds should know

7 ways to talk PANTS with your child

Paedos and weirdos: 8 facts every parent should know

7 life-saving skills every child should know

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First aid: everything a parent should know

If your little one got hurt, injured or started choking, would you know what to do? Brush…

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The UK missing children cases that are still ongoing

Over 70,000 children are reported missing each year in the UK. We find out how a charity is…

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Stylish ways to make your home more child-friendly

We've rounded up the best, child-friendly, yet aesthetically-pleasing buys that will keep…

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The best safety buys to help keep your child safe out and about

Whether you're venturing out on a hot sunny day, planning a trip to a crowded theme park or…

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Essential safety for kids: calling 999 emergency

Even very young children will have an awareness of the Emergency Services, thanks to…

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Stranger danger - how to keep kids safe

Kids are naturally trusting of adults – but as they grow up, it's important to make them…

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Essential safety for kids – if a child gets lost

Most of us can remember getting lost as children, even if just for a very short time.

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7 ways to talk PANTS with your child

Keeping your child safe is every parent's priority but explaining what private parts are…

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7 life-saving skills every child should know

We all expect our kids to get a good, all-round education at school, but there are some…

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The 13 ordinary objects in your home that could be a danger to your child

Every parent knows that accidents can happen in the blink of an eye. That’s why, as soon as…

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WARNING! Things that can burn your child in the hot weather

The UK has been basking in hot sunshine this week and we've all enjoyed getting outside.…

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Why you need to stop cleaning your child’s ears with cotton buds

A new study has revealed the shocking number of children who require hospital treatment…

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How to have the PANTS conversation with your child

NSPCC local campaigns manager Margaret Gallagher answers some difficult questions on how to…

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Day two: choking and getting things stuck

All babies go through a stage where everything they pick up goes in their mouth.

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Day five: poisons, allergies and convulsions

Whether it's eating or drinking something that's harmful, or a reaction to food, or a…

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7 things to look for on your bottle of sunscreen

We all know how important it is to make our kids wear sunscreen when they’re enjoying the…

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9 things police officers wish parents would do

Every parent wants their child to be safe … but how do you know exactly what to warn your…