Welcome to the DID You Know blog where you can find the latest safety tips, product features, and recommendations all currated for you by the Damsel in Defense Home Office team!
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Mother’s Day – Gift Guide to Show Her You Care
Mother’s Day is approaching fast and we know you wish to get her the very best gift that shows you value her. We have created a gift guide just for you to help with picking the products you know she will love and appreciate based on the type of mom she is.
Pickpocket Protection
This word may not strike as much fear into you in your daily life, especially if you live in a small town or outside of a major city; however, when travelling, it is important to recognize that there can be upwards of 400,000 pickpocket incidents in a day. Add this to new and improving Identity Stealing Technology, street criminals are now as unstoppable as ever. There is hope, and we are here to help provide some insight to the issue so you are less of a target of pickpockets!
Collegiate Safety
College is freedom. Freedom from house rules, freedom to purchase all the candy and junk food desired, freedom to choose classes and study what you are passionate for, freedom to be you. With this freedom presented to a wide range of people, most specifically 18 year old’s fresh out of high school, there can be a large danger that is additionally not often presented.
First Aid
In the day-to-day, you may not even consider knowing how to perform CPR or how to use a splint or sling. You may not see your lifestyle as dangerous or you may even be reliant on others around you to be the hero in an emergency situation; however, 70% of Americans don’t know how and are reluctant to perform CPR and only half of all cases in which First Aid could have been used, was it done so. For your family, friends, and community’s sake, it is important to know at least the basics of First Aid in the event of an emergency! While these are all tips for adult First Aid, we certainly recommend getting certified in baby, toddler, and child First Aid as well if you have kids, grandkids, or are around kids.
Safety Sessions Overview – Personal Protection
Come learn with us in a demonstration with Conrad Woodall, a retired Sacramento police officer who is a self defense professional with a fourth degree black belt, as he shows the everyday woman practical tips and maneuvers you can do to get yourself out of scary situations using the Sock It Slim. You will also get the chance to have an exclusive offer for life-saving tools once the training is complete!
Fluffy First Aid
Dogs are truly a man (and woman!)’s best friend. They are loyal companions that help lap up tears, keep us active, and make up some silly internet videos. Cats are a wonderful option for many as well, with their keep-to-themselves demeanor and gentle spirit. Unlike dogs, they can thrive in any environment whether big or small. No matter your preference for a dog, cat, or even bunny, many claim that while they may have purchased their pet, truly the human is the one that was saved by their fluffy family member.
Sightseeing while Safeguarding: Harmful Hotels
Hotel chains were nerve wrecked by the rise of a recent all-star, AirBnB; however, per recent data hotels are often still chosen by 68% of all travelers. It does rather make sense as hotels have been around for decades and are trusted by many; however, in doing research on the safety of hotels, it has been recorded that hotels and motels are in the top five labor trafficking spots and 20% of traffickers house survivors in hotels.
The Great Outdoors: Fishing
One of the most leisurely activities, fishing can be a great way to spend time with your family, friends, or a significant other. Most assume fishing is a pretty boring activity and for the most part, fishing is an uneventful activity. Occasionally, things can turn sour while fishing and we want to ensure you are prepared for any situation you may come across!
Human Trafficking Awareness – Safety Sessions Overview
Human Trafficking is a scary reality most choose to ignore; however, with too many trapped in the living hell, it is all too important to be wary of the danger and how pimps and “bottom girls” use different tactics to trap and kidnap unsuspecting girls. The promise of modeling jobs, better lifestyles, and independence truly lure those in not the best home situations into a prison.