01/02/2026
Children learn by example. Parents…wear your helmets too!
"I see children in my Pediatric ER for head trauma after falling from a bike very often. Some of these children are struck by cars, but many sustain head injuries simply from losing control of their bikes while riding. Helmets in this situation can make the difference between a simple concussion and severe neurological injury and even death.
A recent poll conducted by The University of Michigan showed that 18% of parents admit their children don’t wear helmets (see link to poll in comments). That’s 1 in 5.
This does not make sense to me.
Take a look at the helmet below. Imagine this blow being taken by a child’s head WITHOUT the protection of a helmet.
If you or a child is riding a bike, skateboard, ice skates, roller skates, hover boards, scooter, or anything else that has a risk of head trauma, you need to have a helmet on. EVERY TIME.
Set a good example and make sure you always wear one too. Your kids need you just as much as you need them!"
~ PediMom
