OKso 2nd to Last 1

i truly enjoyed writing this blog and i hope after reading this you have an even clearer view about the games we play and the trouble we sometimes walk ourselves into. hopefully you've learned about the excitement, joy, and achievement that comes with sports too. just because kids die while playing sports doesnt mean yours has to.

LAST 1

ok....whew! this thing is finally over. i have reached 15 wall posts...FINALLY! well to summ it all up, kids die while playing sports. Thats my title, my topic, the truth and im sticking with it. problem is, people particularly parents, players, and coaches, are unaware of the severity of the situation. solution is, we can fix that. parents read this and teach your kids about safety not just in sports but driving, traveling alone, the opposite sex, etc. danger is all around us, we live, breathe and feel it. so be smart about it. dont let your kid be anotha number

Today

how bout today i saw a few kids on campus and instantly thought about them playing sports and sadly contributing to the 40% of children who get hurt playing sports alone. it was almost funny to think that this blog thng is catchy bc usually i wouldnt have put the 2 together and if i had, i probably wouldnt have thought much about it later. but the kids were so cute and i couldnt possibly wrap my mind around them getting hurt because of some misinformed or even uninformed parent and/or coach. maybe should go lyk an elementary school or something and talk 2 sumbody (anybody that'll listen) about the statistics behind theses supposed to be "safe" activites.

If It Happens

ok even when you know all there is to no about injuries and kids and sports and stuff...shit happens. kids get hurt they play hard and then they cry. so how bout we spend a little bit of time talkin bout some things to do when the well dries up....so i know you guys have alredy heard about the RICE method but if you havent here it is:
R: rest. try hard to reduce or stop using the injured part at all
I: ice. put an ice pack on it for a recommended time of about 20 minutes, make sure you take breaks in between so the area can heal a little and not go numb.
C:compression. reduces swelling and if the area is bleeding applying pressure will eventually stop the bleeding.
E: elevation. keep the injury above the heart. try a pillow and a chair to do this. lets get that blood pumping!

im pretty sure there are plenty sites out there to tell you guys about the RICE method, but i learned this in high school and we're just gonna say im an expert on it, ok. no? dang it...well heres the link (sigh)

Keep Your Kids Safe During Summer Sports, Here's How:

so we talked about winter, now its time for summer. its hot, its dry and fun just aint fun when you're dying of lung collapsel. lets keep em hydrated. confusion, dry mouth, and fatigue usully accompany dehydration and are common complaints that should never be overlooked. so please, please, please make sure you are takiing in more fluids than your actually losing and the results will be worth it, promise. second, dnt dress them in dark colors, period. we all should know by now that black absorbs heat and with global warming and all that its just too hot to be fashionable. put them in light, colorful, whites, and dry clothing. i prefer linen, its airy and classic. third, pack the sunscreen. it protects against the uv rays and stuff. the number after three, try to bring some fruit or cooling, healthy snacks to practice, games, and meets. the moisture in the fruit will help to hydrate as well as cool them off.

Keep Your Kids Safe During Colder Season Sports, Here's How:

1. Helmets: Wear Em!

majority of injuries in children is to the head. enforce wearing a helmet at all times because concussions, amnesia, nerve damage, and death are real you dnt wanna find this fact out 2 late if you know wat i mean.

1. Have a Look at the Route

In many of the studies, "collision was the leading mechanism (whatever that is) of injury. Parents are encouraged to walk the sled route to be certain there are no obstacles that could cause injury".

1. Avoid Crowded Areas

try hard to stay away from places where alot of people play, walk, run, hang out, anything...but i hope you practice his rule regardless of if sports are involved. kids get "KID"NAPPED

1. Supervise the Activities

the worst can happen right in front of you but with you there the accident is more likely to be responded to quickly and the right emergency personal contacted. i found this at sheknows.com because i thought the moms would like to know what other researchers and moms have to say about this topic 2

Stay Involved

as parents, you want to be involved in everything your child does, but sometimes getting just the little things taken care of can be overwhelming. the boss doesnt care if joey has a fever, traffic doesnt care that your late to go see his last day in kindergarden and the world doesnt care if your the best mom or not so why not prove it to yourself first. lets start by thinking of some strategies to impliment during those busy hours during work, after school, or when you just wanna lie down:

• have an organized, detailed schedule for activities, chores, and homework time
• when unable to participate directly have a designated partner to watch the kids
• keep emergency numbers in clear sight
• try to become affliated with teammates, team parents, coaches, anyone involved
• keep track of progess and/or decline in academics and other priorities
• show your support in all aspects of their lives, not just their sporty side