If you have ever lost a child in public, raise your hand.
Yes, my hand is raised and I can tell you now, having a lost child was one of my most horrific motherhood moments. When I am out in public with my children I rarely enjoy myself. My eyes are constantly on them and, as many of you know, I have had to resort back to the double stroller when I am by myself because I have not one but two “runners” who will bolt from my hand the moment the slightest thing piques their interest – and if they do get lost they’re not old enough to carry their own phone or know my cell phone number.
What is a parent to do?
After all, over 2,000 kids get “lost” every day and they’re not all “runners” like mine.
Sure, I’ve seen kids with a “My Name Is” sticker on their back and their parent’s cell phone number written on it, but I’ve also seen those same stickers stuck on bathroom floors and on the bottom of amusement park-goers shoes. Aside from stuffing my business cards in my kids’ pockets, which I normally do, I knew there had to be another answer – and there is.
When I heard about Spot Me ID I became completely enthralled – “the answer” has arrived!
Spot Me ID offers a variety of children’s IDs with five “series” of themed lanyards and bracelets: Everyday, Zoo, Football, Amusement Park and Water Park. The lanyard’s hook-on card and adjustable bracelet allow you to write your name, number and any other information you deem important for temporary care of your child, such as allergies or “please ask for parent’s id.”
For those parents with little ones who refuse to “wear” anything, the third item is genius - it’s called Safety ID Temporary Tattoo. Simply use the application wipe to apply the temporary tattoo, let it dry, then with the included travel size marker write your emergency contact number.
These ID’s are perfect for airports, ski slopes, amusement parks, shopping malls, beaches and even massive family reunions where family is just meeting for the first time. The best part for our family is that the kids love them, too. I still watch my kids like a hawk when we’re out but I feel better knowing that if we get separated my cell number is with my children.
