16: Family Safety and Preparedness with Brittany Baker from Refuge Medical
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16: Family Safety and Preparedness with Brittany Baker from Refuge Medical
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In today's episode, we're talking about Family Safety & Preparedness with Brittany Baker from Refuge Medical Introduction In today’s episode of the Mama Bear Survival podcast, Brittany Baker joins us again after She is the Director of Operations at Refuge Medical, a mom of four and a preparedness advocate. In this episode she shares tips for , including situational awareness to the . Join us as we dive into some essential strategies for moms to feel empowered and safe during these uncertain times. Key Takeaways Situational Awareness: Keep your "head on a swivel." It’s critical...
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info_outlineIn today's episode, we're talking about Family Safety & Preparedness with Brittany Baker from Refuge Medical
Introduction
In today’s episode of the Mama Bear Survival podcast, Brittany Baker joins us again after her initial episode on pregnancy preparedness. She is the Director of Operations at Refuge Medical, a mom of four and a preparedness advocate. In this episode she shares tips for navigating personal safety as a mom, including situational awareness to the importance of personal protection tools. Join us as we dive into some essential strategies for moms to feel empowered and safe during these uncertain times.
Key Takeaways
- Situational Awareness: Keep your "head on a swivel." It’s critical to know your surroundings when you’re out with kids.
- Code Words: Brittany explains how code words can help kids know when to act quickly and safely without drawing attention.
- Training for Emergencies: Teaching children basic first aid, such as using tourniquets, empowers them to help in emergencies.
- Preparedness Tools: From pepper spray to firearms, Brittany encourages moms to explore personal protection tools they feel comfortable using.
- Meet-Up Plans and Drills: Families should establish emergency meet-up points and practice drills, just like schools do.
- Beware of Over-Sharing: Car decals or other identifying markers can unintentionally reveal personal information, making families easier targets.
- Beware of Over-Sharing: Car decals or other identifying markers can unintentionally reveal personal information, making families easier targets.
- Disaster Relief Efforts: Refuge Medical’s recent disaster relief efforts and the challenges of toxic waste and water contamination after Hurricane Helene. The link to the episode Brittany recommended for an update: https://www.youtube.com/live/yJ5trTWpc_8?si=wYMqblg5hd7M4HdO
Action Items & Next Steps
- Get a Kit from Refuge Medical: Use the code "MamaBear" at refugemedical.com to save on high-quality medical kits made in the USA. Looking for emergency prescription kits? Checkout Jase Medical and use code "mamabear" to save.
- Set a Code Word with Your Kids: Establish a code word your family can use for emergencies.
- Practice Situational Awareness: Teach your kids to stay alert in parking lots, stores, and public spaces.
- Plan a Family Meet-Up Spot: Identify safe spots outside your home or in your community where your family can meet during emergencies.