It's estimated that 75 percent of bicycle-related deaths among children could be prevented with a bicycle helmet.
Correct fit is essential.
Helmets should be comfortable and snug, but not too tight. They shouldn't rock back and forth or side to side. Make sure your child wears her helmet correctly- centered on top of her head and always with the straps buckled. Children who wear their helmets tipped back have a 52 percent greater risk of head injury than those who wear their helmets properly. If your child is reluctant to wear her helmet, try letting her choose her own.