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Family Safety

Baby & toddler

From their first day home to their first day of school, kids are built to explore their world. As a parent, it’s your job to guide them through the world safely. We’ve gathered our favorite safety guides to help you navigate the great parenting adventure.

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Babyproof It: A Room-by-Room Guide to Securing Your Home

They grow up fast, so prepare your home for their first steps with our room-by-room guide to babyproofing.

Best Nanny Cams

These compact cameras livestream video to your phone so you can watch your kiddos while you’re home or away.

Best Baby Cribs

We look at assembly, color options, and safety features to find cribs that help you and your baby rest easy.

Best Car Seats

These car seats are easy to set up and tough enough to protect your kids. Our review compares the best based on safety features, price, and convenience.

Best Baby Monitors

A reliable baby monitor is a parent’s best friend, so pick one with a reliable connection in (and out of) the house.

Baby and Child Safety FAQ
We answer more questions on safety for babies and toddlers.

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Kid & teen

As they get older, kids and teens want more independence. We have recommendations for clever gadgets to protect them at school, online, at home, and everywhere in between.

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11/30/2022

The Best Kids GPS Trackers and Wearables of 2022

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Rebecca Edwards

10/31/2022

Internet Safety Guide for Kids

12/05/2022

6 Best Smartwatches for Kids

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11/07/2022

Best Booster Seats of 2022

10/25/2022

The Best Parental Control Apps of 2022

Kid and Teen Safety FAQ

We answer common kid and teen safety questions from parents like you.

Kid and Teen Safety FAQ

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Young adult

Drivers license? Check. College applications? Done. Summer job? Piece of cake.

Young adults have a world of possibilities ahead of them, but safety is still important. We have guides for young adults and their parents for dating, campus, and apartments.

The 50 Safest College Towns in America

We did our homework too. Check out the SafeWise study to see if your top school is in one of the safest college towns in the US.

The 50 Safest College Towns

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08/23/2022

How to Secure Your Dorm Room

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Rebecca Edwards

04/04/2022

Home Security Tips for Living with Roommates

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Rebecca Edwards

08/10/2022

How to Date Online Safely

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11/21/2022

The 5 Best Pepper Sprays for Self Defense

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09/16/2022

5 Best Door Locks for Apartments and Renters

We selected the top door locks that are easy to install without angering your landlord...

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12/05/2022

2022 Best Home Security Systems for Renters

These renter-friendly home security systems keep your house or apartment safe and require less commitment...

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10/25/2022

The Apartment Security Guide for Renters

Find out how to choose a safe apartment and improve the security of your current...

Renter and College Student Safety FAQ

We answer your renter security and college student safety questions.

Renter & College Safety FAQ

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Seniors

Thanks to advances in medical alert systems and other wearable technology, older adults are aging at home instead of opting for nursing homes and retirement communities. We have reviews on the best medical alert systems and tips for staying safe through your golden years.

Senior safety

Read our entire library on senior safety, aging in the home, and caring for older loved ones.

Bay Alarm Medical has emergency devices for your home, your car, and on the go. Help is never far away with this system.
Bay Alarm Medical Review

Aloe Care Health

Aloe Care Health combines the tried-and-true approach of medical alert buttons with high-tech sensors and smart technology.
Aloe Care Review

Whether you’re water-surfing or channel-surfing, Medical Guardian has a medical alert system for all lifestyles.
Medical Guardian Review

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12/05/2022

8 Best Medical Alert Systems of 2022

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12/01/2022

Best Safety Devices for Seniors

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11/30/2022

Best Fitness Tracker for Seniors

Senior Safety FAQ

As your parents age, it can be difficult to know how to keep them safe. We answer common senior safety questions to help!

Senior Safety FAQ

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Pets

Your furry best friends deserve to feel safe at home too. We’ve gathered all the best pet cameras, accessories, and safety gear to keep them safe while they’re at home or out with you.

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11/21/2022

Best Pet-Friendly Home Security Systems

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Rebecca Edwards

11/15/2022

Best GPS Dog Collars and Pet Trackers 2022

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11/17/2022

Best Pet Cameras of 2022

11/07/2022

Best Pet Harnesses

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11/01/2022

How To Find Pet Care While You’re On Vacation

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Katherine Torres

03/01/2018

Best Outdoor Safety Gear for Dogs

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04/07/2022

Best Pet Insurance

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Rebecca Edwards

12/07/2021

The Complete Pet Owner’s Guide to Home Automation

Pet Safety FAQ
We answer your questions about how to keep your pets safe, whether at home or on the go.

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Boomerang Parental Control Review

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OurPact GPS Tracking Review

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After research and testing OurPact, we would recommend it for its online-activity monitoring, but not...

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Owlet Smart Sock Review

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Little Tikes Tobi Robot Smartwatch Review

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Xplora X5 Play Smartwatch Review

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Palm Phone Review

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MMGuardian Parental Control App Review

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