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This is becoming an all too familiar story, child left in-car passes away! Unfortunately as scary as it is it’s also an eye opener. As parents we all can relate to being on the go and coming up short at some point during the day. One Mississippi mom began her day like any other. But when it came to dropping off her 2yr old daughter to daycare and proceeding to go to work she never could imagine what would happen next. It’s what she forgot to do that has changed her life forever. That’s why it is extremely imperative to check the back seat to ensure your child’s safety before you lock the car. Click here to get the full story.
Safety Tips courtesy of TODAY Parents
1. Look before you lock. Open the backdoor and look in the backseat to assure that everyone is out of the car (even if you think you are childless).
2. Keep something you need in the backseat. Put your cell phone, briefcase, computer, lunch, ID badge, left shoe, or anything essential to your daily routine beside your child.
3. Travel with a furry companion. Keep a stuffed animal in the car seat. When baby is in the seat, the stuffed animal rides shotgun. The furry passenger serves as a reminder that baby’s in the back.
4. Always lock the doors. Even if the car is in the garage, keep the doors locked to prevent curious children from getting into the car.
5. Put the keys and fobs away. Kids might want to play with keys and be able to get into the car without parents knowledge.
6. Have a plan with childcare provider. If your child does not show up to daycare or school without prior notice, someone should call to locate child.
7. If you see something, do something. If you see a child alone in a car, do not hesitate to call 911.
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