Many families are gearing up for vacations and exciting adventures as summer arrives. Before hitting the road, it’s essential to prioritize travel safety. Here are some important safety tips for traveling with kids.
- Pack a First-aid Kit. One of the most crucial items to pack for your family’s travel safety is a First-aid Kit. This should include children’s waterproof plasters, wound pads, bandages, wound cleaners, antiseptic ointments, and wet wipes. Don’t forget to pack plenty of fresh drinking water and healthy snacks to keep everyone nourished, energized, and hydrated on the go.
Parent using their med kit to help care for their child’s injury.
- Teach Kids What to do if They Get Lost. Make sure your children know how to seek help if they get separated from you. Encourage them to approach employees, police officers, or other families for assistance and to memorize important contact information.
Lost child reaching out to the police to help find her parents.
- Keeping Non-verbal Children Safe. If your child has non-verbal autism or is minimally verbal, consider using an ID tag with important details like emergency contacts, medications, and allergies. This tag can be easily attached to their clothing or belongings for safety.
- Check Your Children’s Car Seats. Ensuring the safety of your children during summer travel starts with checking their car seats. Make sure they are correctly installed and suitable for your child’s height and weight. If your child has outgrown their current seat, it’s time to consider getting a new one. Also, remember that children under thirteen should always sit in the back seat for their safety.
Mother buckling their child in to their car seat.