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Kids wander off in crowds

The problem You are terrified of losing them at a busy place.

The hack Dress them in one bright color and write your phone number on their arm in marker (or on a bracelet). Take a photo of them that morning. If lost, you can describe them instantly and a stranger can call you.

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