June 9, 2023
As exciting as it is to bring a new baby into the family, it can be daunting to think of all the ways you’ll need to baby-proof your home before they arrive. Babies are getting more and more mobile at younger ages, meaning parents need to be sure everything in the home is ready for their safety.
Luckily, with a few simple tips, it’s easy to make sure your home is equipped to keep your little one safe and sound. Here are some expert tips to baby-proofing your home from the experienced parents at Baby Safety Guide.
Most infants will start crawling soon after they turn 8 months old, which means you only have a few months to prepare before little fingers and toes start getting into everything. Start by making sure all the doors in your home are properly baby-proofed. Install a door jammer to prevent them from opening the door, or make sure you know when they’ve opened one with a door latch that lets you know when they’re opening doors.
Don’t forget to look beyond the doors. Check all of your cabinets, drawers and cupboards, and install locks on all of them to keep your baby from accessing things that could be dangerous. Some cabinet locks are not only easy for adults to open, but can also be opened with one hand.
Outlets can be one of the more dangerous places for an infant. Be sure to cover any exposed outlets with outlet covers, which can be easily found at most hardware stores. Additionally, be sure to keep power cords and phone cords tucked away near potential outlets and completely out of reach.
It’s also important to consider what’s in reach in a baby’s line of vision. Try to ensure cords and ropes are out of their sight so they do not attempt to play with them. Cut the length of loose drapes and cords to avoid them getting caught or pulled.
Babies can’t resist exploring and it’s important to be sure that tall furniture pieces such as bookshelves, dressers, and televisions are sturdily secured to the wall or floor. Anchoring systems can be easily found at hardware stores and make it nearly impossible for tall pieces to tip over and could save your child’s life.
Now that you’ve gone through these tips, your home should be baby-ready in no time. Don’t forget that babies will surprise you with their superpower-level mobility, so you should always be prepared and double check what’s in their reach. With these simple steps, your home should be one of the safest places for your child and let them explore worry free.
