Is there anything in the world cozier than snuggling down into a soft, warm, and comfortable bed? No. No, there is not. Enter the modern electric blanket, a heated blanket designed not only for warmth but for ultimate comfort and strict safety. This is not your grandma’s electric blanket. (Even though we have fond memories […]

Sleep is one of life’s most pleasurable necessities – who doesn’t love to snuggle in bed, wrapped in blankets and sweet dreams? – but it’s also one of the most elusive. Brilliant sunlight, outside sounds, and cold drafts, not to mention night shifts, cranky babies, and late-night studying can all interrupt, disturb, or otherwise cut short your […]

While very few children under the age of 18 are injured due to trimmers and edgers, it is important to keep a few safety precautions in mind while using. Never allow children to operate a trimmer or edger. Given their size, most powered trimmers and edgers cannot be operated by young children. Be sure to […]

Chain saws can be an incredibly dangerous item for even adults and experienced users, for that reason children should not operate a chain saw. Read your owner’s manual carefully before operating, and ensure you have proper safety equipment including: eye and ear protection, gloves, closed-toed shoes, and any protective guard. Only operate in well-ventilated areas […]

Hand tillers aren’t a particularly dangerous item aside from their sharp edges, but their motorized counterparts can be if proper safety precautions aren’t observed. Always ensure the area you’re about to till doesn’t have any gas lines or wires buried below, and wear proper safety gear including closed-toed shoes, hearing and eye protection and gloves. […]

Nobody loves to wash dishes by hand. But, if you live in a small apartment, have a summer home, or travel frequently in an RV, you probably assume that standing and washing dishes is the only way you can get them done because of the space and expensive plumbing and renovations a built-in dishwasher require. […]

Pond and water features can help to add visual interest and practical enjoyment to your outdoor living space. They are not without their risks, however, and so it is important to observe some safety precautions when shopping for and installing items around your pond. For any sort of electrical element, you’ll want to ensure that […]

Patio furniture can take your outdoor space from good to great and is an excellent way to extend your family’s living space to the outdoors. There are some safety considerations to keep in mind when selecting and using patio furniture, namely that an item is secure and that you do not pinch or cut yourself […]

If you are among the nearly 40.5 million Americans caring for parents or elderly loved ones, you know how difficult it can be to juggle your caregiving responsibilities with your personal and professional lives. Today, nearly 25% of American adults ages 45 to 64 care for aging adults, and nearly 61% of caregivers are employed […]