The safety of those using online dating is a primary concern across the industry, however you should think about your own personal safety too.

When you embark on online dating you will be thinking a lot about what you want from a relationship but you should always be giving thought to how to stay safe.

Wiring money is like sending cash: the sender has no protections against loss and it’s nearly impossible to reverse the transaction or trace the money.

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Uncovered outlets are there to tempt small fingers. The toddler years are a joy, but bring with them a whole host of new child safety risks to consider.

It seems as if as soon as your child learns to walk, they learn to run, and climb, and never slow down.

Following our dating journey to learn more about writing your profile, getting to know someone and meeting up and how to stay safe while doing so.

While expecting our sons, I began eating healthy, faithfully followed doctors orders, and eagerly read through all the parenting magazines trying to ensure a healthy baby. Getting ready to bring home baby makes you see your home in a whole new way. Seemingly innocuous items like the mini-blinds suddenly became choking hazards! Don't even get me started on proper feeding, medications, and the ever present threat of germs (I actually kept hand sanitizer handy for all those visitors that wanted to hold my baby).We believe in empowering you to make the best choices by providing guidance and support to help you discover your best qualities and those of your potential partners throughout your search.As with anyone you meet—online or offline—your sound judgment and instincts are necessary to protect yourself.However, you are always the best judge of your own safety, and these guidelines are not intended to be a substitute for your own judgment.Finance: Protect Your Finances & Never Send Money or Financial Information Never respond to any request to send money, especially overseas or by wire transfer, and report it to us immediately – even if the person claims to be in an emergency.They also learn to reach and grab for whatever catches their eye - and don't let those short little arms and legs fool you, they have the ability to get into everything!As they get older, we probably don't have as much to worry about as far as the home front is concerned, but there is a whole big world out there just waiting for them to enter.