Young children left in vehicles for long periods of time can suffer from heat stroke, and even die from it. — Graphics: Positive Parenting
Every once in a while, another report of a child’s death after being left behind in vehicle may appear in the news.
This tragic incidence has been referred to as the Forgotten Baby Syndrome.
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Adults who forget their children are in the car with them often do so because they are distracted, so don’t add to your distraction by using your phone while driving.
Adults who forget their children are in the car with them often do so because they are distracted, so don't add to your distraction by using your phone while driving. — Positive Parenting
Place a visual reminder, like a toy, on your dashboard, to remind you that baby is in the car with you.
Place a visual reminder, like a toy, on your dashboard, to remind you that baby is in the car with you. — Positive Parenting
Place your child’s car seat in the centre or left of the back seat as this is the normal field of vision in your rear-view mirror.
Place your child's car seat in the centre or left of the back seat as this is the normal field of vision in your rear-view mirror. — Positive Parenting