If you're hiring a babysitter this spring or summer, some of the activities she does with your kids may include cooling off at the local pool. But, babysitting kids around water brings up a number of safety issues. Here are five questions to ask your babysitter to ensure that pool safety is her number one concern:
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Tight low-rise jeans, skimpy thong underwear, padded bikinis and bras...if you were strolling through the women's section of your favorite department store, these items probably wouldn't raise an eyebrow. But, these are all articles of provocative clothing that are available to very young girls, and are gaining in popularity.
Sunshine, blue skies and water activities go perfectly together, whether it's a day at the beach, backyard pool, or waterpark. But, water safety needs to be added to the equation to keep your family healthy and safe. We've gathered three expert tips for each of the following sections on water safety, just in time for National Water Safety Month during May.
In the time you take to answer a phone call, a child could drown without making a sound. Approximately 5,000 children ages 14 and under are hospitalized due to drowning-related incidents each year. Fifteen percent die, and as many as 20 percent suffer permanent disability (National Safety Council & Foundation for Aquatic Injury Prevention).
