The holidays for many are a time of celebrations with family.<br />They can also present hazards for kids that may land them in the local emergency room.<br />These five tips will help to keep your youthful family members safe this season.<br /><br />1, Avoid toy hazards.<br />A good rule of thumb is if a toy can pass through a cardboard paper roll, it could be a choking hazard.<br /><br />2, A helmet can make all the difference.<br />If one of your child's gifts include wheels, make sure to also provide a helmet to help prevent serious injuries.<br /><br />3, Consider digital privacy.<br />It's important to understand how data from your child's holiday gadgets is collected and stored.<br /><br />4, Prepare for holiday travel.<br />Prioritizing safety during your travels this season will help ensure happy celebrations.<br /><br />5, Give attention to your kitchen.<br />Awareness of hot stoves and food-borne illness prevention goes a long way to avoiding holiday trips to the ER.<br /><br />Safe and happy holidays!