December 10, 2023 | Safety
3 Ways to Help Keep your Kid Safe with Technology
Youth in South Carolina today are growing up in a high-tech world with devices that are constantly growing and evolving. A study conducted by the…
Child Safety and Abuse Information for Parents in South Carolina
Safety
Keeping your kids safe at home and on the go.
- Home, car and crib safety
- Online safety
- Preparing for emergencies
- Body safety (safe and unsafe touching)
- Recognizing the signs of child abuse
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December 10, 2023 | Safety
What Every Parent Needs to Know about Safe Sleep for Babies
As an expectant mom, I remember feeling overwhelmed by cribs, crib sheets, blankets and pajamas. So much information to remember! One evening, I…
December 10, 2023 | Safety
5 Things to Know Before You Leave Your Child at Home Alone
All parents experience the challenging question of when their child is ready to stay home alone. Whether for a few minutes or an hour, parents…
Programs To Level Up Your Parenting
Triple P (Positive Parenting Program)
Triple P offers parents simple, practical strategies to build strong relationships with their children and help parents effectively manage their children’s behavior. Explore Triple P, Triple P Online, Triple P Teen and Triple P Espanol.
Family Resource Centers
Family resource centers are community-based places where families can go for help such as parenting classes, job training, mental health, family counseling, child care, job training and more.
Even More Help
National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Find the Right Seat in your car for your child, search and compare car seats, get help installing your car set
Safe Kids Worldwide
Check out a wide variety of safety tips and download the Parent’s Guide to Child Safety
Healthy Children
Safety and prevention information from the American Academy of Pediatrics, including immunizations, at home, at play and on the go
Poison Control
Get immediate help if you suspect poisoning. Help is available online with or by phone at 1-800-222-1222. Both options are free, expert, and confidential.
Gun Safety
If you keep a gun in your home, information on how to store it safely and how to make sure that all family members know the rules about handling guns.
Parents Helping Parents
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