For folks who have babies and toddlers at home, you can’t take anything for granted. Pretty much anything and everything can be a hazard to curious babies, who don’t understand the art of self-preservation.

In this guide, we share a handy checklist that you can use to baby-proof your home, and make it safe for your kids. Read on to find out more!

How To Baby-Proof Your Bedroom

• Don’t place any objects in your baby’s crib
• Store your makeup and medicine in a locked cabinet
• Put a child safety latch on any cabinets with potential hazards in them
• Do not hang anything over your baby’s crib that they can grab and pull

How To Baby-Proof Your Bathroom

• Keep bathrooms locked
• Secure toilet covers with childproof locks

How To Baby-Proof Your Living Room

• Secure heavy shelves and cabinets
• Make sure electrical outlets are fitted with covers
• Use electrical cord shorteners to keep appliances out of reach
• Replace corded window blinds with cordless options
• Look for rounded sofa and coffee tables rather than angular ones
• Install corner guards on furniture with sharp edges
• Install window grills (or secure windows so they can’t open more than a few inches)
• Remove clutter and small items that could cause choking
• Place non-skid pads under your rugs

How To Baby-Proof Your Kitchen And Dining Room

• Keep cleaning products out of reach, in high and locked cabinets
• Don’t use tablecloths (babies can easily pull these off and injure themselves when objects on the table come crashing down)
• Use an oven door guard if you use your oven often
• Use a cooker guard to baby-proof your stove
• Use safety gates to keep babies out of kitchens if necessary
• Avoid using glass top tables – use wood or metal tables instead

How To Baby-Proof Your Home: Other Tips

• Make sure you have a first-aid kit at home
• Attend a CPR course for infants so you’re well-prepared
• Turn off your appliances when they’re not in use

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