Hey Honey, I Lost the Kids

Track a child who has ventured too far. Kidtracker® quickly locates the child via unique direction finding Technology.

(PRWEB) March 19, 2003 -- Hey Honey, I lost the Kids? I'm sure no parent has ever really 'shrunk' the kids, but if you are one of those who have momentarily lost sight of them in a crowd or at the park, then you know that instant, pulse raising panic that comes over every fiber of your being, and it's no laughing matter.

VitalTrak Technology, Inc. of Manhattan Beach, is pleased to introduce Kidtracker®, a portable, simple to operate, low price, high quality unit for tracking children between the ages of 3 to 7. VitalTrak a technology design and licensing company who, after listening to the concerns of thousands of parents developed the technology for a device to alert parents or sitters when a child strays beyond a safe distance. KidTracker® wireless Direction-Finding technology will also lead to the childs exact location, up to 600 feet (or 2 footbal fields). The little wanderer will be found before he or she finds a dangerous situation.

The parent, guardian or sitter selects a perimeter of safety (short, medium or long- up to 200 feet) and the tracker will monitor the little one(s) alerting when he or she has gone beyond that perimeter. Parent unit is designed to monitor up to three children (with optional extra child units). KidTracker® is powered by standard batteries. Developed and tested for reliability and durability, no matter where you use it.

Unlike GPS devices, KidTracker® can see" the child through most walls. It does not require a cellular phone, computer or monthly subscription fees. At $249.99, (suggested retail/subject to change) its a very small price to pay for a childs safety and a parent's peace of mind. Available at http://www.kidtracker.com starting Spring of 2005.

TIPS may help parents and children feel safer.

1) Parents must have the right approach and attitude setting the right tone for their children. When parents are calm while discussing any subject, children will be better able to listen and learn. Parents must do their best to keep own fear in check.

2) Consider the child's age and give them information based on their level of understanding.

Young children (3-5) tend to be curious and may be naturally trusting. Toddlers and pre-schoolers do not necessarily recognize dangerous situations. 6-9 year old children generally have a better understanding of right from wrong. They are able to remember information and put it practice, but no matter the age,anyone can become overwhelmed in complex situations.

Younger children benefit from information that is translated into role playing or games and converstaions repeated often.

4) The things your parents told you, still apply today: don't help strangers look for lost puppies, don't get in someones car, don't accept candy from a stranger.

5) Find out if your child knows and understands what defines a "stranger." You may learn that he or she thinks they are little green men.

6) Help a child to be comfortable asking appropriate people for help. On an outing have your child ask the store clerk for assistance.

7) Make sure children know their name, address, and phone number; how to dial 911; and who is approved to pick them up from school and which neighbors to run to as a back-up homebase or meeting place.

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