We may experience many frightening things as parents but perhaps one that will send chills down our spine more than any other is losing a child. Even if we only lose them for a few moments, it seems like a reality.
Unfortunately, that is the world that we live in and we need to make sure that we care for our children and ensure their safety. Jess Martin is a mother who understands this very well so she went on TikTok to share a tip about ‘looking loudly’ when your child goes missing.
If you’ve ever had the experience of looking for a child in a crowded place, you realize how horrifying it can be. Even if the child is simply lost, they can quickly travel a long distance and it may be quite some time before you get them back again.
This mother decided to share a tip, however, and the technique worked well for her when her son wandered off in a shop. It involves yelling out details of the child, including what they look like and what they are wearing as you are actively looking for them.
She claims that looking for a child silently is one of the worst things you can do. By looking loudly, you get your message across to as many people as possible very quickly.
If the worst happened and somebody had taken the child, it is likely that they would let them go and run away after hearing this taking place. It’s important to do it as soon as you realize your child is missing.
Jess also gives other tips, such as dressing the children loudly and in similar colors. She also said you should take a picture of the child before going into a crowded area and make sure that they have your phone number and information written on their arms.
You can see more in this video:
@jesmartini This is a MUST watch for any parent or caregiver- What to do if your child ever goes missing in a public place #momsoftiktok #psa #staysafe #safety #f
