Popping the Bubble Wrap Story Studio Network, Parachute Canada

Getting in a vehicle and driving from place to place is a normal part of everyday life for many of us. We go from point A to point B without incident. But unfortunately for many others, a trip in their vehicle results in a lifechanging crash. This episode will be a different format from the others and a warning to listeners that we’ll be sharing information on and details about a vehicle crash involving children.

Pam is joined on this episode by Eran Jalbert Jones who is a child passenger safety advocate, a child passenger safety technician and, most importantly, a parent. I’ve asked Eran to come on Parachute’s Popping the Bubble Wrap podcast because she also has a very personal story to share about a crash that changed her life and the life of her family.
Installing a child restraint can be complex. The seat needs to fit properly in the vehicle and the child needs to fit the seat.Laws often fall behind best practices. Check credible sources for the most current information on child restraints like www.parachute.ca.Life can change in a minute.Listen and subscribe to Popping the Bubble Wrap on Apple, Spotify or wherever you catch your favorite podcasts!

For more please visit www.parachute.ca.

We want to hear from you – what issues or questions do you want us to cover in season 2? Write to us at poppingthebubblewrap@parachute.ca. You can also leave a message at 647 776-5123.

Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by Story Studio Network. www.storystudionetwork.com.

Children can seem like tireless balls of energy at times. It’s a beautiful part of childhood, that almost boundless will to move, laugh and, most importantly, play. It’s tremendously good for children to engage in movement and play. Equally, it’s important for us as parents to allow our children to tire themselves out – how else will we ever get those precious moments of peace and quiet after bedtime! In this episode, we’ll discuss the strategies for managing the risks associated with the spaces our children play in.

Joining Pam on this episode are Brittany, Ashley, and Erin as well as expert Dr. Suzanne Beno.
Play, especially play that involves risk, is an important part of child development because it promotes physical activity, social health, and risk management.There are ways to reduce and manage hazards in play spaces to reduce the risk of injury during play, but still make play challenging and fun.Hospital emergency departments see play-related injuries, mostly minor injuries, or broken bones. There are some causes of more serious injuries, for example those related to trampolines.Listen and subscribe to Popping the Bubble Wrap on Apple, Spotify or wherever you catch your favorite podcasts!

For more please visit www.parachute.ca.

Encourage your kids to get outside and play! To keep them safe, review our tips at parachute.ca/outdoorplay.

Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by Story Studio Network. www.storystudionetwork.com.

On a summer afternoon, there is no better way to cool off than to head to the local pool or lake and go for a swim. It’s a joy to watch young children discover water. Good family fun all around! It’s not news, though, that water can pose a risk to people of any age, and this is especially true for young children. Even just at home in the bathtub, the risk of drowning is present. In this episode, we’ll discuss risks around, in and on the water and strategies for keeping your child safe, whether at play or just getting clean.

Joining Pam on this episode are Brittany, Dave and Liane as well as our expert Barbara Byers.
Layers of protection are important, including supervision, stopping access to water, wearing protection gear like lifejackets, swimming lessons and knowing how to react if an incident happens.Swimming lessons are important, not only for your child's safety, but for you and other adults.Drowning doesn’t happen like on TV, where splashing and calls for help attract attention. Drowning is silent, quick and can happen in very little water.Listen and subscribe to Popping the Bubble Wrap on Apple, Spotify or wherever you catch your favorite podcasts!

For more please visit www.parachute.ca.

Drowning prevention information and tips are available at parachute.ca/drowning.

Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by Story Studio Network. www.storystudionetwork.com.

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You did it! You’ve guided your kid through childhood successfully and they’ve made it to adolescence - safe and sound. They’re at the age now where they can get their license and start driving for the first time. And…. a whole new challenge is on the horizon. This can be a scary time as a parent and as a young driver. We know well the dangers of driving under the influence: add to that the fact that almost everyone today is rarely without a cell phone and we have a lot to navigate about road safety. In this episode, I’ll be talking to two parents and a young driver about the issue of road safety and strategies to stay safe on the road.

Joining Pam on this episode are Brad, Dawn and Shiv as well as our expert Valerie Smith.
Young drivers are still developing cognitively and physically until the age of 25. Behind the wheel, they are disproportionately injured and killed on Canadian roads.Parents are role models and young drivers are watching what you do and what you say. Next to peers, parents are the biggest influencers on young drivers.Driving is a privilege, so take it seriously. Common causes of injury and death among teens include distracted driving, speeding and driving impaired by alcohol and/or cannabis. Distracted driving and speeding are common causes of injury and death among teens.Listen and subscribe to Popping the Bubble Wrap on Apple, Spotify or wherever you catch your favorite podcasts!

For more please visit www.parachute.ca.

Got a young driver in your family? Check out our resources through our National Teen Driver Safety Week program at parachute.ca/ntdsw.

Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by Story Studio Network. www.storystudionetwork.com.

As parents raising children in the age of technology, thinking about how we can get our children to put down their phones and get outside is top of mind. ATVs are a lot of fun, and they can certainly motivate a child to get away from screens. This is true whether you’re a family who lives in an urban environment and rides the trails on weekends or holidays, or a family who lives in more rural areas and has regular access to trails. ATVs may also be a machine used to tend property or farmland. ATVs are heavy and powerful machines, making them potentially dangerous, especially for children and youth. In this episode, we’ll talk about both the fun and the risks of riding ATVs as well as key tips and best practices for managing those risks.

Joining Pam on this episode are Justin, Dawn, and Todd as well as our expert Wayne Daub.
ATVs can be dangerous for children and youth under age 16, as they may not have the appropriate experience and cognitive or physical capacity to operate the machine safely.Training, supervision and wearing protective gear on ATVs can help mitigate some of the risks associated with ATVs for young drivers.Supervision is key. Stay within sight of children and youth if they do use ATVs.Listen and subscribe to Popping the Bubble Wrap on Apple, Spotify or wherever you catch your favorite podcasts!

For more please visit www.parachute.ca.

Learn more about ATV safety at parachute.ca/ridesaferideon.

Popping the Bubble Wrap is produced by Story Studio Network. www.storystudionetwork.com.