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Latchkey Kids – A Safe Summer With Guardian Alarm

June 25, 2019 by Rachel 35 Comments

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THIS POST IS SPONSORED BY GUARDIAN ALARM BUT THE CONTENT AND OPINIONS EXPRESSED HERE ARE MY OWN

It’s officially Summer! Can you believe it?! Since school let out, there’s been some chatter amongst a large group of work-at-home moms of which I am in a group on Facebook. We are… struggling. Our kids can be extra demanding without the structure of a school day, and we’re all just doing our best to make it through and (fingers crossed) get a little bit of work done throughout days.

Thankfully, our new home as a huge yard with lots of room to run and play, so I’m doing my best trying to balance our days between being outdoors and finding a time where at least I can be inside getting some work done.

In addition to the huge yard, we have a park and playground adjacent to our house! Approximately 90% of our outdoor moments are spent running on that playground, chasing one another around, and swinging from the monkey bars. How lucky are we, right!?

Well, I consider myself extra lucky because, thanks to Guardian Home Security, I’m able to quickly walk out my back door and with a swipe of my hand, my deadbolt is locked until I put my passcode in upon return. Easy peasy! There are no bulky keys needed to bring with me (or keep track of) on the playground. And I can use my phone and the Total Connect App to unlock the deadbolt as we approach upon our return (very convenient for when it’s starting to rain and I need to get my crew indoors ASAP).

But I also need to allow my oldest to go to the playground with friends (and their parents). And Guardian Alarm makes it incredibly convenient. Ari has his own 4-digit code to unlock the deadbolt; so I can be tending to the girls inside or working, and he can let himself in to get a snack or use the bathroom. I feel so much better about letting him be a pseudo-latchkey kid (which, let me tell you, does not come naturally to me, despite being free to roam the neighborhood myself as a kid).

I try to ease some of my helicopter-parenting-tendencies with the help of the Guardian Alarm camera (which I conveniently have pointed towards the area of the yard where our children play the most). So whilst I’m working in my office, I can glance at my phone and have a clear view of where they are (newsflash: these days it’s almost always on the trampoline).

Truthfully, I was really nervous about this Summer. I was afraid that I would need to be outdoors with my kids 24/7; but, in reality, Guardian Alarm has provided me with even more peace of mind than I imagined. Sure, it’s about keeping our family safe from intruders; but it’s also about giving myself a chance to breathe because I know they are okay.

What’s one way

you give your children

a little freedom

during the Summer?

 

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Comments

  1. Patricia @ Grab a Plate

    June 26, 2019 at 12:02 am

    How nice to have some extra peace of mind! I’m with you – I was free to roam, but would definitely be hovering over my own!

    Reply
  2. Cristina Petrini

    June 26, 2019 at 3:32 am

    Absolutely a source of security for a summer of tranquility!

    Reply
  3. Cristina Petrini

    June 26, 2019 at 3:34 am

    Absolutely a source of security for a summer of tranquility! Great!

    Reply
    • Rachel

      July 8, 2019 at 4:42 pm

      If you’re looking to set something up, go ahead and visit https://guardianalarm.com/essential-home-protection-influencer/

      Reply
  4. Erin

    June 26, 2019 at 10:09 am

    I wish I had keyless entry! Not only is this so convenient for families with children, but this system sounds great for people of all ages who like to be outdoors. For example, my mom keeps her house locked while gardening in the backyard and has to wear a house key on a bracelet around her wrist. Personally, I always struggle to find a place to stash my keys when I’m wearing workout gear and headed on an outdoor walk or bike ride. Thanks for sharing all the benefits of the Guardian Alarm with us!

    Reply
    • Rachel

      July 8, 2019 at 4:42 pm

      Check out more info here –> https://guardianalarm.com/essential-home-protection-influencer/

      Reply
  5. Amanda Martin

    June 26, 2019 at 11:53 am

    Keyless entry is the best!

    Reply
    • Rachel

      July 8, 2019 at 4:43 pm

      It really is! 🙂 Check out more info here –> https://guardianalarm.com/essential-home-protection-influencer/

      Reply
  6. Amber Myers

    June 26, 2019 at 2:53 pm

    I love this! I might have to get this for our home. My kids are older and sometimes stay alone for brief amounts of time, so this would give me peace of mind.

    Reply
    • Rachel

      July 8, 2019 at 4:43 pm

      You totally should! Check out more info here –> https://guardianalarm.com/essential-home-protection-influencer/

      Reply
  7. Jessica Hughes

    June 26, 2019 at 3:02 pm

    This is so convenient as a mom! I feel like I’m always scrambling for my keys or misplacing them! Love the extra security features as well!

    Reply
    • Rachel

      July 8, 2019 at 4:44 pm

      It really is! Check out more info here –> https://guardianalarm.com/essential-home-protection-influencer/

      Reply
  8. Laura G

    June 26, 2019 at 6:43 pm

    That’s amazing and so convenient! I love the added security!

    Reply
    • Rachel

      July 8, 2019 at 4:44 pm

      It truly is so convenient! Check out more info here –> https://guardianalarm.com/essential-home-protection-influencer/

      Reply
  9. Scott Gombar

    June 26, 2019 at 8:54 pm

    Yes Summer is here and lots of activities for the kids. Thankfully I can run my business remotely and at any hour. Good luck for the rest of the Summer.

    Reply
    • Rachel

      July 8, 2019 at 4:45 pm

      Thanks so much! If you’d like, you can find more info here –> https://guardianalarm.com/essential-home-protection-influencer/

      Reply
  10. Mommy Sigrid

    June 26, 2019 at 11:54 pm

    Amazing! We never needed that though. Now, my kids are ages 10 and 5. I stay at home so I am pretty much a hands-on mom. But different homes have different dynamics so this is really worth it for other families.

    Reply
  11. Tami

    June 27, 2019 at 9:32 am

    I’m a helicopter mom, as well. I just can’t help but constantly be concerned about my children’s safety. Guardian Alarm might just be the cure for the constant worry.

    Reply
  12. Crystal // Dreams, etc.

    June 27, 2019 at 11:27 am

    This sounds like a great thing for parents! It will help give peace of mind.

    Reply
  13. Erika

    June 27, 2019 at 12:37 pm

    Home security is so important and this sounds like a fantastic lock system. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on it.

    Reply
  14. emma iannarilli

    June 27, 2019 at 5:05 pm

    I love the security aspect of this, and the fact that you can set individual codes for your kids. So clever and real peace of mind.

    Reply
  15. Chad

    June 27, 2019 at 5:48 pm

    This is so awesome and perfect for Summer…So convenient, love it. Now you can enjoy a perfect summer.

    Reply
  16. natasha d’anna

    June 27, 2019 at 8:03 pm

    summer camp for all of the little’s has been great during the summer! love your key points on latch key

    Reply
  17. Sarah Dudley

    June 28, 2019 at 7:35 am

    Sounds like you’re able to have the right mix of peace of mind and security! Keyless entry sounds so convenient!

    Reply
  18. Caitlin, Campbell & Danielle, Sommerfeld

    June 28, 2019 at 10:22 am

    This looks like the perfect summer! Your kids are a-doll-able.

    Reply
  19. Gilbert Motherhood Blogger

    June 28, 2019 at 10:43 pm

    Isn’t it crazy how something so simple can make us feel so secure? We only have a video door cam but I absolutely love the feeling it gives me.

    Reply
  20. Swathi

    June 29, 2019 at 12:50 am

    When kids are there we need extra security that is always important. They can enjoy summer we can have some peace of mind.

    Reply
  21. Hannah Marie

    June 29, 2019 at 1:50 am

    I think it’s very nice to let the kids play outdoors. There is so much more to discover outside. Your backyard seems to be a perfect place.

    Reply
  22. Nina Bosken

    June 29, 2019 at 3:38 am

    It’s so interesting how times have changed. As a child, we didn’t have a fence and my mom would just let us play outside. It is interesting that this system comes with a camera. I’m sure that’s helpful when you need to get work done inside and they want to go play outside.

    Reply
  23. Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    June 29, 2019 at 5:44 am

    Wow! This is really great. Perfect for homes with children. Thank you for sharing this security system.

    Reply
  24. David Elliott

    June 29, 2019 at 6:19 am

    That’s such a great locking system right there. I would love to be able to have that at the house. And having that with kids would be so very helpful when you are going in and out of the house.

    Reply
  25. Monique Starks

    June 29, 2019 at 11:42 am

    I love that this is an option for parents! Also, the baby in the first picture is tooooooo cute!! OMG, so precious. Beautiful children!

    Reply
  26. Melissa Cushing

    July 1, 2019 at 3:33 pm

    Home security is of the utmost importance for you and your family! Thanks for sharing this amazing post and will be back 🙂

    Reply
  27. Cindy Ingalls

    July 1, 2019 at 10:07 pm

    It’s nice to have a little extra piece of mind all year long, but especially in the summer when you are running out keeping the kids entertained, or if they need to be home alone.

    Reply
  28. Anahita Irani

    August 16, 2019 at 7:31 am

    Times have really changes6. Had a smile on my face as I read through your post

    Reply

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