Lock up your guns!

As a parent, you are constantly worried about keeping your children safe. You make sure the smoke detectors work, you put up baby gates, and you take care to make sure they are not exposed to vile things on the internet. However, 1.4 million homes in the United States contained guns that are not locked up or protected in any way.

According to a study released at the beginning of May, in North Carolina alone, pediatricians found that 99% of families made sure they had a working smoke detector in the home but only 57% of families ensured their guns were locked away.


Let's think of the items you make sure you lock up:

• Chemicals
• Art Supplies
• Make-up
• Alcohol
• Matches/Lighters
• Adult toys
• Knives
• Tools

So, why aren't your guns on there as well?

Gun accidents are preventable. Children and teens are curious. They want to know how things work, and they often think we won't answer their questions. A basic gun safety course is beneficial, just as making sure your child knows they can always ask questions. However, you want to take into consideration that they may not listen or ask. Just because you want to protect yourself in your own home from burglars does not mean that you should not think about protecting your children. Get involved!

When you place your gun in a drawer, you need to use a lock and store your ammo ELSEWHERE. For your benefit, here are some wonderful gun locks available on Amazon!