Safety gates to block off rooms or stairs – they make special ones for stairs too
Outlet covers to pop over electrical outlets
Cabinet and drawer locks to stop them being opened
Edge bumpers and corner guards to cover sharp edges on walls, counters, and furniture
Window guards and stops so your window can’t be opened too far
Furniture anchors to secure heavy furniture (like bookcases and dressers) to the walls
Door stoppers and finger guards to prevent little fingers being slammed in doors
Stove knob covers so your little one doesn’t accidentally fiddle with the knobs
Blind cord wraps to keep blind cords out of reach
Toilet locks to keep your toilet secure
Non slip mats under rugs and on tiled surfaces to prevent falls
Childproof locks for appliances like your washing machine and fridge
A fireplace guard if you have a fireplace
Netting if you have a balcony or deck, to prevent falls
Cord organisers so your bub doesn’t get tangled in loose cords or wires around the home
And, of course, a baby monitor!

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Room-by-Room Guide to Baby Proofing: From Nursery to Kitchen 200 words

Baby proofing can feel like a daunting task.

How are you meant to completely accident-proof a home when babies can be so determined to cause mischief?

Don’t worry, here’s a room by room guide to all the child safety measures needed in your home.

How to Baby Proof a Nursery

Start by making sure your crib is set up properly and the slats are the correct distance apart, in order to prevent your baby’s head getting trapped.

There should be no stuffed animals, pillows, or blankets while sleeping, and you might want to keep a baby monitor by the crib, so you can check in throughout the night.

Make sure all heavy furniture is anchored to the wall, so it can’t tip, and that electrical outlets are covered so that no little hands can get in.

Your windows should have window guards to prevent falls, and no cords within reach to prevent strangulation.

How to Baby Proof a Living Room

Again, start with the basics like anchoring heavy furniture to the wall, keeping cords well out of reach, and electrical outlets covered.

Make sure you have corner and edge guards attached to coffee tables so your baby doesn’t bump its head, and use gates to block off stairs or other areas.

How to Baby Proof a Kitchen

The kitchen can be a little more dangerous, so it’s crucial to use cabinet locks on all drawers and cabinets so that sharp knives and choking hazards are inaccessible.

You should also use stove knob covers and cook on back burners where possible, keeping pot handles turned inward.

Remember to also use a latched or hidden trash can to make sure your baby can’t get into that!

How to Baby Proof a Bathroom

As inconvenient as it may be for you, it’s important to use a toilet lock on your toilet. This can prevent drowning hazards which is vital in baby proofing your home.

Medicine cabinets should also be locked, and any razors or blades kept inside.

Use non-slip mats in the bathtub and near the sink so that your bub won’t fall when the surfaces are wet.

How to Baby Proof a Hallway

Luckily, hallways are usually pretty simple to baby proof!

Anchor heavy furniture, place stair gates at the top and bottom of stairs, and secure carpets with anti-slip mats to prevent any tripping hazards.

Top Baby Proofing Tips for a Safe and Secure Home

In order to know how to baby proof your home, you need to be able to anticipate potential accidents and hazards that are dangerous to little ones. Cleaning supplies, medicines and poisonous plants should all be kept out of reach. Keeping your home clean is also important with a baby on the way, as this reduces the risk of them coming into contact with germs and bacteria that can be harmful to their health.

Keep an eye on that ever-opening door – make sure to install safety latch locks on any doors in your home. Install window guards or security bars to keep children from wandering outside.

Be prepared for power outage by having some candles and flashlights readily available and stored safely away from curious.

What are the Most Common Home Accidents with Babies?

Because babies are naturally curious and relatively uninhibited about the world around them, they can get into harm’s way quite easily.

Bumps and bruises on furniture, corners, and sharp edges are very common and can be very dangerous to their soft heads and developing bodies.

Choking hazards are another very common ones as babies try to make sense of the world around them through taste. Coins, buttons, and the smallest of objects can be fatal so you’ll need to be vigilant about choking hazards.

Cords and strings are extremely dangerous, as babies can get tangled and this leads to strangulation. It’s crucial to keep any loose cords completely out of reach because the consequences can be disastrous.

As babies get older and able to crawl and walk, the potential for accidents increases.

They could try to insert their fingers or objects into electrical outlets which lead to shocks, or accidentally knock over heavy furniture if they try their hand at climbing.

Falling down stairs is another very common one, which is why stair gates are so crucial.

Knives, scissors, and other sharp objects can be incredibly dangerous and should be kept out of reach in locked drawers.

And finally, make sure all your windows have window guards that stop them being opened. A fall can have devastating consequences.

If you need help baby proofing and cleaning your home, Wecasa can help connect you with local experienced housekeepers.

So, now you know how to baby proof your home like a pro! And you can get back to excitedly awaiting the arrival of your little one.

Author : Emma Mason

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