Posts Tagged ‘safety’
Three Ways for Au Pairs to Stay Red Cross Ready
October 18th, 2019by Christine Connally | Comments Off on Three Ways for Au Pairs to Stay Red Cross Ready
Being knowledgeable in basic first aid and CPR is important for au pairs (and anyone else caring for children). Au Pair in America’s commitment to infant/child safety begins before au pairs arrive to the U.S., with pre-arrival training and continue throughout the au pair year. #1 Training At Orientation Our orientation includes seminars by American Red Cross […]
10 Tips for Summer Safety
June 15th, 2018by Christine Connally | Comments Off on 10 Tips for Summer Safety
Remember to bring along drinks, especially water. Try to get children to drink water every 20 minutes, when they are outside in hot weather. Pay attention to surfaces that can be hot against children’s skin, such as metal slides and other playground equipment in the sun. Safety around water is particularly important. A child can […]
Preventing Dehydration in Hot Weather
June 15th, 2017by Christine Connally | Comments Off on Preventing Dehydration in Hot Weather
Dehydration means that the body lacks the necessary amount of fluid. Infants and small children are more likely to become dehydrated than older children or adults, because they can lose relatively more fluid quickly. Here are some steps to take to make sure children remain hydrated in the summer months: Encourage your child to drink […]
Winter Storm Warning and what to do
January 2nd, 2017by Jennifer Harriss | Comments Off on Winter Storm Warning and what to do
Now is the time of year when we hear about winter storm warnings, blizzard warnings, etc. What are you supposed to do about that? A winter storm is a snowstorm that has a lot of snow and/or winds that blow the snow around so you can’t see. A winter storm watch means the conditions are […]
Winter Driving Safety Tips
January 1st, 2017by Jennifer Harriss | Comments Off on Winter Driving Safety Tips
Winter Driving Safety Tips from the Minnesota Safety Council – Long but worth it! WINTER DRIVING TIPS In addition to the basic safe driving habits we practice all year long – buckling up, driving alert and sober, and driving at a safe and legal speed – be aware of extra steps you can take during […]
Au pairs and Minnesota winters
December 11th, 2013by Jennifer Harriss | Comments Off on Au pairs and Minnesota winters
Almost all the families I interview express concerns about how au pairs will adapt to our lovely winters. I can honestly say that not one of the hundreds of au pairs I have worked with has left Minnesota because of the winter. In fact, I would say that the highest percentage of au pairs who […]
Child Safety Tips
July 1st, 2012by Jennifer Harriss | Comments Off on Child Safety Tips
This is from Walgreens’ website – I think it has a lot of good information. CHILD SAFETY The space between crib bars should be no more than 2.5 inches. The distance from the mattress to the top of the rail should be over 2 feet. DO NOT put extra blankets and stuffed animals in a […]
Summer Safety Tips – Household Safety
June 22nd, 2012by Jennifer Harriss | Comments Off on Summer Safety Tips – Household Safety
Another set of safety tips from Walgreens’ website. HOUSEHOLD SAFETY Wear protective footwear and eye wear when mowing the lawn, operating power tools, working with a chisel, or hammering metal on metal. Keep tools away from children until they are old enough to use them properly. All stairways should have a sturdy hand rail. All […]
Summer Safety Tips from Au Pair in America
June 30th, 2010by Jennifer Harriss | Comments Off on Summer Safety Tips from Au Pair in America
As we roll into the summer season and some very hot weather, it is a good time to remind au pairs of some safety tips. Most of the country, including the Twin Cities, has to endure high temperatures at some point over the summer. Here are some common safety reminders: Never leave a child unattended in […]
