Safe Kids South Central PA

04/29/2026

Thanks to Safe Kids Worldwide for making this opportunity possible! Great discussions and idea sharing 😃

04/15/2026

As a parent, you know that home is one of the first places your child’s curiosity begins to grow. 🔎
While their imagination can take them to magical places, ensure that you protect them from unintentional injuries, including keeping windows locked and closed when they are not being used.

Visit https://bit.ly/skpahome for more information on keeping your child’s castle safe and secure. 🏰

04/10/2026

It’s . From the moment our babies start to crawl, the world becomes a place full of curiosity, movement, and discovery. Creating a space where kids can safely explore starts with a few simple precautions at home. Install active barriers, such as window stops, so that windows open no more than four inches. To learn more: https://www.safekids.org/tip/falls-prevention-tips

04/08/2026

Target stores in Franklin an York counties are hosting free car seat checks this month! Check out the flyers to find out when parents and caregivers can meet with certified child passenger safety techs to ensure their little ones are safe on every ride ♥️

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.

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!