If you have children, you must keep them safe at all times. To ensure their safety, you need to talk to them about what is going on. Don't try to pretend it's not happening.

• Make sure children know that even though the adults in their home do not get along, the children are not to blame and the abuse is not their fault.
  
  
• Tell your children exactly what they should do in an emergency. If something does happen, they need to be prepared. Don't scare them but be clear about what they should do. Should they go to a friend or neighbour's house and wait for you? Should they call 911? Having a plan can make a huge difference in an emergency situation.