Every year there is a
different theme for National Child Abuse Prevention Month. This year the theme
is “Building A Hopeful Future, together” which is about giving support to
families and to children by having resources and support services in the
community. Child abuse and child neglect can be prevented at home. Learning
parenting skills and being optimistic. Attending programs that teach parenting
skills with positivity and learning child development can help you understand
your child.
Also be cautious, prepared,
and be informed about your child attending a slumber party. Have a discussion
with your child about saying no when they feel uncomfortable. In the discussion
include a conversation about feeling safe and to say no to inappropriate
touching. Also, have a specific code word to let you know when they are not
safe so they can use it in a text message or in a telephone conversation. As
well as getting the details about the slumber party and the sleeping
arrangements before attending the sleepover.
It is necessary to know
the details because older children cannot sleep in the same bed as younger
children. Furthermore, parents cannot sleep with their children or with other
children even if it is a slumber party. Be vigilant and do online research
about the sex offenders registry. Be aware of the surroundings and if you feel
uncomfortable once you arrive at the sleepover; Leaving the person’s home is fine.
Always make an exit plan and an excuse to leave the slumber party.
In addition to your child’s safety, it is important to make sure that they understand about feeling safe at school, at home, or at a friend’s home. Have frequent conversations about feeling safe and anything else that might be bothering them. Review safety rules and be informed about new friendships that they have at school. Moreover, let them know that they can call you at any time and not just for an emergency. Get to know the parents of your child’s friends.
Dedicate some time to getting
to know your child. Throughout the month of April, you can wear blue to bring awareness
of child abuse prevention. Light a blue candle or use blue luminaries to
decorate your garden for child abuse prevention month. There is hope for future
families and children not to experience child abuse and neglect. Here are
resources for Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Safe Sleepovers-Alliance for Children:
Prevention Strategies-Child Abuse and Neglect-Violence Prevention-Injury Center-CDC:
Prevention Strategies|Child Abuse and Neglect|Violence Prevention|Injury Center|CDC
Ten Ways to Help Prevent Child Abuse-Prevent Child Abuse America:
Ten Ways to Help Prevent Child Abuse | Prevent Child Abuse America
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