Safe Kids South Central PA

03/17/2026

National Poison Prevention Week is here to remind you that you're not alone when the unexpected happens. In a poison emergency, call 1-800-222-1222 or visit poisonhelp.org. ⁠ ⁠

Find your local poison control center here: safekids.org/guide/find-your-local-poison-control-center

03/12/2026

There is no concussion-proof helmet; however, a sport or activity-specific helmet can help protect your athlete from a serious brain or head injury!

While your child should AVOID hits to the head, even with a helmet on, it is important that when serious collisions or impacts occur, your athlete is wearing a properly fitted, age-appropriate, certified sport or activity helmet. 🪖

Learn more about the importance of helmet safety by visiting https://www.cdc.gov/heads-up/safety/index.html

03/08/2026

Check out these tips to keep your little ones safe at home!

You wouldn’t think to bring a baby home from the hospital without a car seat. Protecting your children from the potential risk of TV and furniture tip-overs is another important part of keeping them safe!

Remember to move heavy items to low shelves or drawers to prevent tipping and remove tempting objects that a child can see but cannot reach, like electronics or other items from on top of furniture you don’t want children to climb on.

Learn more tip-over prevention tips by visiting https://bit.ly/skpatipover🖱️

03/07/2026

02/16/2026

Before they can walk, our little ones learn to crawl on all fours. When they get older, they should learn that getting low and crawling to an exit is the best way to navigate their home in the event of a fire to avoid smoke. Fire safety doesn’t have to feel scary! Turning learning into a game can help kids remember what to do in an emergency. As you play and practice together, remember to:

🚪 Create and practice a home fire escape plan, with two ways out of every room

🏠 Choose a safe meeting spot outside your home

🔥 If there’s smoke, get low and crawl to an exit

🚒 Leave immediately and call 911 once you’re safely outside

When families practice together, safety becomes second nature! To learn more: https://www.safekids.org/tip/fire-safety-tips

02/15/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from Safe Kids Worldwide! ❤️Parenthood is filled with heartfelt moments. What we want, more than anything, is for you and your family to share as many as you can. Every parent wants to see their child grow and thrive. At Safe Kids, we work to ensure parents and caregivers have access to the safety resources they need to keep their children safe from preventable injuries. There’s no greater expression of your love than keeping your kids safe.

02/10/2026

01/26/2026

With freezing weather sweeping across the country, we know parents may worry about keeping their babies warm. ❄️ It's important to remember that soft bedding, like cozy blankets, can block a baby’s airway and create an unsafe sleep environment. Instead, keep your little one warm with a sleep sack—it’s a safe and cozy alternative!

01/23/2026

As fun as sledding can be, it can also be just as dangerous. 🛷

Follow these tips from Healthy Children to ensure your child’s safety this sledding season:

• Keep sledders away from motor vehicles, obstructions, and crowded areas.
• Ensure your children are supervised while sledding.
• Keep young children separated from older children.
• Teach your child to sled feet first or sitting up, instead of lying down head-first, to help prevent head injuries.
• Use steerable sleds, not snow disks or inner tubes.

Learn more winter sports & activity safety tips by visiting https://bit.ly/healthychildrenwinterplay

01/22/2026

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! ❄️

Follow the SKPA safety tips to keep you and your family happy and healthy this winter season!

1. Dress your children in warm clothing (hat, gloves, scarves, possibly ear coverings, etc.) 🧤
2. Use your child’s puffy coat as a blanket instead of a coat while in a vehicle to keep them safely strapped in. 🧥
3. Have everyone come inside periodically from playing in the cold to prevent hypothermia or frostbite. 🏡
4. Remember to put sunscreen on the whole family and stay hydrated! 🚰

01/22/2026

It's National Passenger Safety Week! Parents can make a difference in their teens' driving behaviors by talking about expectations ahead of time. Teens with a formal driving or passenger agreement are less likely to risks behind the wheel or as a passenger. Setting clear rules and practicing safe driving decisions everyday will help teens form good habits for the future.

01/17/2026

Kids learn best when they're having fun! 😄

Safe Kids Worldwide's Family Safety Activity Book is full of puzzles, games and coloring pages to keep kids entertained while teaching them about safety. 📔

This resource is available in , , , , and !

Download your copy today: https://www.safekids.org/family-safety-activity-book