Tells them that their parent(s) sent them to pick them up from school, friend's house, etc.
Offers to give them rides or help them with their homework
Offers to let them ride in their sports car or on their motorcycle
Tells them their parent(s) or sibling(s) were hurt and taken to the hospital, then offers to drive them to the hospital
Teach your child that his/her body is theirs, and that it is their right to say NO to ANYONE who tries to touch them.
Let your child know that you will always tell them in advance if someone else will be picking them up from school, friend's house, etc.
NEVER leave your child unattended in a store while you shop. Although we may find it convenient to leave our child in the toy section or in the books section to entertain themselves while we complete our errands, this is a dangerous practice. Child predators seek out children who are left unattended. Keep you children close to you and in plain sight at all times.
Teach you child's it's okay to say NO to an adult, if that adult wants him/her to do something that makes them feel uncomfortable, or that he/she knows is wrong. Teach your child to trust his/her gut feelings!
Teach your child what areas of their body is private. A good rule of thumb is to teach your child that any part of their body that is covered by a bathing suit is private, and that they have the right to say NO to ANYONE who tries to touch them in that makes them feel uncomfortable or "funny."
Don't leave your child with anyone you're not comfortable with, or do not know well. Know who your babysitter is. Obtain references and employment history from prospective sitters, and CALL AND CHECK past employers and references.
Communication between you and your child is essential. Teach your child that he/she can come and tell you anything. Ask questions, like "what did you do today?" or "who did you play with today?" Encourage your child to share, his/her interactions away from you. The more you know about your child's day-to-day interactions, the better able you are to protect him/her.
Teach your child that you want him/her to tell you if anyone ever makes him/her feel uncomfortable or fearful, and that you won't be angry. Remind him/her that this is " trusting your gut feelings!"