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Saying ‘Yes’ to Having a Backyard Pool
A backyard pool is a dream for kids and grown-ups alike. Nothing feels more refreshing on a hot summer day than a dunk in the water. And...
PPCD
Feb 22, 20233 min read
How to Get Your Kids and Home Geared Up for Summer
Summer is short but sweet, so if you’re going to make the most of the season, it’s important that you prepare for it. The best way to do...
PPCD
Jun 9, 20223 min read
Parents Preventing Childhood Drownings presents Sunday Survival Stories: Surviving with Scouts
Every Sunday, we will share a story of a non-fatal drowning, discuss where things went wrong, and give some pointers on how to prevent it...
Heather Murray
Mar 6, 20221 min read
Parents Preventing Childhood Drownings presents Sunday Survival Stories: Cold Water
Every Sunday, we will share a story of a non-fatal drowning, discuss where things went wrong, and give some pointers on how to prevent it...
Heather Murray
Jan 2, 20221 min read
Parents Preventing Childhood Drownings presents Sunday Survival Stories: All the Right Things
Every Sunday, we will share a story of a non-fatal drowning, discuss where things went wrong, and give some pointers on how to prevent it...
Heather Murray
Nov 21, 20211 min read
Parents Preventing Childhood Drownings presents Sunday Survival Stories: Drop-Offs
Every Sunday, we will share a story of a non-fatal drowning, discuss where things went wrong, and give some pointers on how to prevent it...
Heather Murray
Sep 19, 20211 min read
Parents Preventing Childhood Drownings presents Sunday Survival Stories: High Risk
Every Sunday, we will share a story of a non-fatal drowning, discuss where things went wrong, and give some pointers on how to prevent it...
Heather Murray
Jul 25, 20212 min read
"Ditch the Floaties": the Dangers of the Popular "Puddle Jumper"
A discussion behind the science of how children learn and what puddle jumpers are really teaching them.
PPCD
Jul 21, 20214 min read
Parents Preventing Childhood Drownings presents Sunday Survival Stories: In and Out of Water
Every Sunday, we will share a story of a non-fatal drowning, discuss where things went wrong, and give some pointers on how to prevent it...
Heather Murray
Jul 18, 20212 min read
Parents Preventing Childhood Drownings presents Sunday Survival Stories: Don’t Enter Rough Water
Every Sunday, we will share a story of a non-fatal drowning, discuss where things went wrong, and give some pointers on how to prevent it...
Heather Murray
Jul 11, 20211 min read
Parents Preventing Childhood Drownings presents Sunday Survival Stories: Rain and Debris
Every Sunday, we will share a story of a non-fatal drowning, discuss where things went wrong, and give some pointers on how to prevent it...
Heather Murray
Jun 13, 20212 min read
Parents Preventing Childhood Drownings presents Sunday Survival Stories: All Water
Every Sunday, we will share a story of a non-fatal drowning, discuss where things went wrong, and give some pointers on how to prevent it...
Heather Murray
May 23, 20213 min read
Parents Preventing Childhood Drownings presents Sunday Survival Stories: Floating Saves Lives
Every Sunday, we will share a story of a non-fatal drowning, discuss where things went wrong, and give some pointers on how to prevent it...
Heather Murray
May 16, 20212 min read
Parents Preventing Childhood Drownings presents Sunday Survival Stories: Water First
Every Sunday, we will share a story of a non-fatal drowning, discuss where things went wrong, and give some pointers on how to prevent it...
Heather Murray
May 9, 20212 min read
What Are Puddle Jumpers Teaching Our Kids?
Watch this video....Now watch it again....really carefully....again.... The Background: This kiddo was consistently put in a puddle...
christi1662
Apr 27, 20214 min read
Parents Preventing Childhood Drownings presents Sunday Survival Stories: Flags and Lifeguards
Every Sunday, we will share a story of a non-fatal drowning, discuss where things went wrong, and give some pointers on how to prevent it...
Heather Murray
Apr 18, 20212 min read
Parents Preventing Childhood Drownings presents Sunday Survival Stories: How Long?
Every Sunday, we will share a story of a non-fatal drowning, discuss where things went wrong, and give some pointers on how to prevent it...
Heather Murray
Apr 4, 20212 min read
Parents Preventing Childhood Drowning Presents: Sunday Survival Stories: Check the Water First
Every Sunday, we will share a story of a non-fatal drowning, discuss where things went wrong, and give some pointers on how to prevent it...
Heather Murray
Mar 14, 20212 min read
Parents Preventing Childhood Drowning Presents: Sunday Survival Stories: Help Your Fellow Swimmer
Every Sunday, we will share a story of a non-fatal drowning, discuss where things went wrong, and give some pointers on how to prevent it...
Heather Murray
Mar 7, 20211 min read
Water Safety: Open Water
Open water presents many challenges, even to the experienced swimmer. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, adolescents...
PPCD
Mar 5, 20212 min read
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