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5 Pool Safety Tips for Babysitters

Once in a while I have a conflict in my schedule, and can’t be there with the family during pool time. Rather than deny my kids the fun of being in the pool, I will call in a babysitter. A family down the street has a young daughter who is super responsible (she’s a...

Summer is Almost Here: Let’s Talk About Pool Safety

Well, Heroes. Here in Michigan, summer is almost upon us. Time to think about staying safe around water. According to the Centers for Disease Control, drowning is the leading cause of traumatic death among children under 5 years of age (CDC.gov), as well as the...

7 Tips for Teaching Children Pool Safety

I love my kids, and want them to have a lot of fun at our family swimming pool. But bless them, they sometimes just don’t pay attention to dear old Mom when it comes to the safety. They just want to go splash and play.  So I’ve had to be creative at times to get my...

Keep Kids Alive: Be Safe Around Pools

Backyard pools can be a source of family entertainment and good times. They can also be so very dangerous. If you have a pool, or if your kids have access to friends/neighbors with one, there are some facts you need to keep in mind. Did you know a kid is 100 times...