Driving During Bad Winter Weather a Major Fear for Parents

Driving on the road when weather conditions include ice and snow is a terrifying situation for parents when their children are in the car according to a new survey.  Universal Mulitgrip conducted a survey for the parenting advice website Babies.co.uk which showed that anxiety increases for parents when they have children in the car and are forced to drive in bad weather conditions.  The prospect of driving in blizzard type conditions is considered by parents to be more stressful than other stresses found in the winter such as Christmas shopping.  It was also considered more fearful than worrying if their children would fall ill.

The survey followed after the bad weather that struck the UK with powerful winds and terrifying weather encased the UK.  Weather forecasters have noted that this winter will bring record-breaking levels of snow which could cause parents to face a situation of being caught on the road with bad weather.

Babies.co.uk spokesman, James Macfarlane, said, “It’s not driving in the ice and snow that worries parents; it’s driving in the ice and snow with their children in the car.

“The idea of putting their children in danger is every parent’s worst nightmare – some would even prefer to keep their children at home than tackle the school run in bad weather.”

To help give peace of mind to the parents that are fearful of being on the road when bad winter weather strikes it can help to prepare for such situations.  Stocking their car with a winter safety kit can ease their mind that should they get stranded they are prepared to care for their children and ensure their safety.  De-icer, warm clothing, blankets, water, non-perishable snacks and foods, torches, and a first aid kit can be helpful should a car become stranded.  Over stocking a diaper bag for infants should be considered when bad weather is possible.  Drivers should also ensure they have strong car batteries and they should have back up mobile chargers or backup mobile phone batteries within the car.

Giving extra time for journeys and not feeling rushed on the road can help in making a parent feel they are better prepared when driving on the road.