Is Your Child Wearing a Helmet This Summer? Kasey is Glad He Did!
It was a sunny day in August of 2009 as 6-year-old Kasey biked home from his third day of school. Kasey’s route home was through the school’s construction zone, so one of his parents accompanied him each day to ensure he arrived home safely. That day, Kasey’s father Kent was following Kasey in his car...
The Importance of Mouth Guards
Football season is over. Time to put the pads away, but not the mouth guard. A local Austin Dentist has reported that he has seen no “tooth” injuries from football in the past 14 years– local flag and tackle football leagues have made it mandatory for all athletes to wear a mouth guard. On the...
Tuesday Trainer: Thunderstorm Safety
You know when you are at the pool or at a baseball game and the whistle blows – on account of weather? An understandable first reaction is – ugh, I just got here with all of my kids and gear, and I really don’t want to turn around and figure out new plans for the...
Wednesday Workout: Water Safety
There is no greater place than the family pool. However, as water holds endless fascination for toddlers, you must take every precaution to prevent your child from entering the pool without you. Small children lack the cognitive ability to discern danger. It is the adult’s responsibility to protect these curious and impulsive explorers from entering...
