It is important that parents stay aware and alert, but you and your child do not need to be afraid. However, you should be wary of gadgets and gimmicks that purport to protect your child. The most important key to child safety is effective communication with your child. Remember, children who are not listened to or who do not have their needs met in the home are more vulnerable to abduction or exploitation. The first step you should take is to establish an atmosphere in the home in which your child feels at ease discussing sensitive matters and relating experiences in which someone may have approached him or her in an inappropriate or uncomfortable manner.
Children are often too afraid or too confused to report their experiences and their fears.
Here's how you can prepare for the possibility your child is missing, including immediate actions parents should take. Preparation Collecting this data will help the authorities search for and identify your child when he or she is recovered. Keep a complete, written description of your child. This description must include color of hair, color of eyes, height, weight, and date of birth. Take color photographs of your child every six months.