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In a country with a significant section of the populace owning guns, parents who own guns need to protect their children from accidents and mishaps caused by inadequate gun safety measures. Gun Safety The glaring statistics tell it all. In 2016 alone, there were 318 reported incidents where children the below the age of 18 years unintentionally pulled the trigger and shot themselves or someone else. Such statistics suggest the need to seal the loopholes present in gun safety measures in numerous homes. There are various proactive strategies one can adopt to protect their children. Teach Your Child Gun Safety Statistics show that 75 percent of children aged between 5 and 14 years are privy to information about where guns are stored in the home, without the knowledge of their …

Finding time to spend together as a family can be difficult with school, work and extra-curricular activities. But sharing in these precious moments no matter what you do can promote bonding. The attention and love you show your children now can also help them build better self-esteem. The following are important strategies to help maximize time with the family. Give Your To-Do List a Makeover: Family time today doesn’t seem to be as important as it was in the past. But whether you enjoy family backyard fun or catch up on the day’s events at the dinner table, the time spent can help everyone stay connected. If you’re pressed for time, a to-do list is helpful in keeping the family organized. But it can also be too regimented if you …