In addition to the preventive measures we've already considered in the former posts in this series (see Parts 1 and 2), one way to help reduce the risks associated with drowning is to have some clear-cut policies for your family when it comes to water. If you have a backyard swimming pool or live in a lakefront area, you can extend these policies to others that you host. As with any policies, you will want to communicate them clearly, post them (if appropriate), review them frequently, …
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As summer vacation approaches, so does peak season for both swimming and drowning. I know, that's not a very positive way to look at it, and no one wants to put a damper on your summer fun; but a drowning accident can definitely do much more than spoil an otherwise good day at the beach. In Part 1 of this series, we looked at a few key ways to help reduce your children's risk of drowning: communicating with them about the risks, eliminating any hazards, and insisting on swimming lesson …
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As summertime approaches, so much fun tends to revolve around water! Whether your family has a backyard swimming pool or likes to hang out at the beach or a nearby creek or river, now is a good time to do a little refresher about water safety and give your kids an overview of it as well. When you compare deaths by drowning to deaths by fire, drowning accounts for 7 or 8 times the number of deaths by fire. Approximately 3500 to 4000 people die from drowning each year in the United …
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If you're the only adult on duty, maybe a swimming day is just too stressful to consider, but it's hot outside, and your kids understandably want a chance to cool off with some good, old-fashioned H2O. You don't need a large body of water or a swimming pool to make that happen. A few simple toys can really get your kids cooled off - and having fun in the process. Pro tip: don't get them all out at once. Wetness Level 0 If you want your kids to be able to chill without actually g …
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Covid has hit each of us in different ways, some more significantly than others. None of us would have chosen this. But, like all kinds of difficult seasons, it has been thrust upon us. I'm not sure if anyone has asked you this, but I will: how are you coping? Chances are, the way you're responding to the upheavals, the losses, the uncertainties of the year behind us will shape the way you cope with future difficulties - as well as how your children learn to cope. Whether or not we int …
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With a hint of Gold Coast glamour peeking out from beneath each piece, the Tribeca Collection showcases a rare combination of sophistication and charm. The Pure White finish combines with Soft Gold accents. Add in a geometric lattice motif and a few upholstered pieces, and you have a luxurious look which your rising star will love! Each piece is built from a combination of hardwoods and veneers utilizing premium construction techniques. In previous posts, we've taken a peek at the beds as wel …
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The Tribeca Collection showcases red-carpet-worthy design elements starting with a Pure White painted finish complete with Soft Gold accents. The octagonal shape incorporated into the lattice motif combines with the hint of bling for a Hollywood-inspired design. Each drawer storage piece in this impressive collection offers the best in construction. Interiors are UV stained, fronts have English Dovetail joinery, while backs have Lap Joints. Most also have built-in drawer stops, dust bottoms o …
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The Tribeca Collection for girls, available from The Bedroom Source, combines Hollywood glamour with traditional workmanship as well as modern conveniences and child-friendly safety features. Each piece is built from kiln-dried Poplar wood as well as veneers and utilizes expert construction methods including solid wood drawers and English dovetailing. The extremely durable Pure White finish provides a pristine surface on which the Soft Gold accents have a chance to sparkle. A geometric lattic …
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Your child's homework station and bedroom needs are as unique as your child! As much as you may have to push and prod (and sometimes bribe just a tiny bit) to get the assignments done, you shouldn't have to convince your child to like the chair you choose. Even if it doesn't quite match the rest of your home's decor, a more office-type chair may just be the best choice you can make. So in addition to the all-wood chairs and vanity stools we've looked at in Parts 1 and 2, today we'll introduce …
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As you consider the need for desk seating for your budding scholar - or business person, or scientist, or artist - you can trust The Bedroom Source for a carefully curated collection of only those furniture pieces that showcase the highest quality. In Part 1, we looked at a few all (or mostly) wood seating options, particularly those in keeping with Craftsman and Modern design schemes. This time, we'll take a look at some additional desk seating options designed to coordinate with some of our …
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