Child Safety: The Danger Hotspots Every Parent Needs to Know
What if the biggest danger to your child isn’t a stranger… but someone you already know?
Most abuse doesn’t happen in dark alleyways—it happens in homes, at sleepovers, online.
This episode reveals the overlooked danger zones—and how to keep your child safe with calm, confident action.
Episode 10 - Self Defence for Women Podcast
Child Safety Danger Zones: What Parents Need to Know
In this episode of Self Defence for Women – Live an Empowered Life, Julie Waite and Dene Josham talk about the places and people parents rarely think to question—family gatherings, sleepovers, walking to school, online chats, and even public toilets.
Some of this might be uncomfortable to hear—but awareness is the first step to protection. We’ll help you turn anxiety into calm, clear action with practical tools, everyday strategies, and honest conversations you can start today.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
The most overlooked danger zone—and why it’s often someone your child knows
How to talk to your child about safety without making them fearful
Signs that should never be ignored—even if they feel awkward to bring up
Real-world examples of close calls, near misses, and what worked
Online grooming: how it starts, what platforms predators use, and how to stop it
The sleepover dilemma—how to decide what’s safe and what’s not
Code words, family rules, and safety habits that could save a life.
Why This Episode Matters
Listen now to learn how to:
Spot hidden danger zones in your everyday life
Build trust and communication with your child
Set boundaries—without guilt
Feel more confident, calm and prepared as a parent
Because protecting your child doesn’t start with fear—it starts with knowledge. And knowledge is power.
Key Takeaways from This Episode
90% of sexually abused children were abused by someone they knew (NSPCC, 2023)
33,000 online child sex offences were recorded in the UK in one year alone
A child’s gut instinct is powerful—teach them to listen to it
Predators can look like friends, relatives, or even other children
Sleepovers, parks, and seaside holidays come with hidden risks
You don’t have to live in fear—but you do need a plan
The most powerful tool you have? Open, ongoing conversations.
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**Remember, the only person responsible for abuse is the perpetrator—** the victim is never to blame, regardless of the choices they made.
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