By about 6 to 9 months of age, your child may move around and crawl around…You’ll never see your home the same way again. There are so many corners for your baby to enter, so many wires to pull, so many sharp corners. But don’t panic!
First, prepare some baby doors to keep your newly moved child away from the stairs. Next, get down on your stomach and explore your house to see what your kids will see. You may be surprised by what you find! Keep an eye out for the following household items so you don’t fall into the hands of curiosity.
Household Hazard #1: Plastic Bags
Plastic wrap wrapping toilet paper, bags you take groceries home, dry cleaning bags: All plastic bags are dangerous and can cause choking if your baby puts them on their head. Keep the bag safely out of your child’s reach.
Household Hazard #2: Pet Toys and Food
Yes, it’s very cute when babies and toddlers hang out with their beloved pets, but if they put pet food or toys in their mouths and choke on them, it’s less cute and potentially dangerous.
Home Hazard #3: Loose and Lost Items
Lighters, coins, hair clips, lip balm tubes, keys…Anything that can fall out of a pocket or purse and onto the floor can be dangerous for your baby. Clean the floor daily to make sure there are no small objects on the floor that could choke on your child.
Home Danger #4: Remote Control
Kids love to play with the remote, but because the battery in the remote is seriously risky, it should be kept out of reach. Alternatively, try covering the battery cover with packing tape so your baby can’t reach the battery.
Home Hazard #5: Mobile Phones, Chargers, Charging Ports
Keep all gadgets that are plugged into a power source or that may break or break away from young children.
Household Hazard #6: Cleaning Chemicals
Are your dishwashing detergents, stain remover sponges or cleaning sprays, powders, gels and liquids under the sink…And easy for kids to reach?If so, equip the cabinet with a baby safety lock as soon as possible, or store everything at a high place.
Household Hazard #7: Personal hygiene products
The same rule applies to personal care items such as cosmetics, soaps, pesticides, sunscreen, hair products, and equipment such as curling irons, hair dryers, nail polish, and any other items that contain chemicals. should all be locked up.
Home Hazard #8: Basic Office Supplies
Pen caps, erasers, staples, paper clips, and scissors: If your child has access to any small items on the table, it’s time to lock them up.
Family Hazard #9: Handbags
Do you throw away your wallet when you walk in the door, and if you do, stop! Your baby can easily reach in and touch items that could harm them, such as medications, keys, change, and mints.
Home Hazard #10: High-risk Choking Items
Balloons, marbles, coins, watch batteries, etc., are all very dangerous for babies and children. For a more complete list, check out Common Choking Hazards.
Infant Protective
To help keep these items out of your baby’s reach, and to further protect them, it’s time to take baby protection. Here’s a quick start guide with some must-do things for baby protection:
- Cover sharp corners. Use bumper guards to protect sharp corners on tables and other furniture.
- Check the toy box. The heavy lid will not only hit the child’s head, but also trap them inside.
- Tie up all your furniture. It’s especially important to keep bookcases and dressers safe for kids to climb easily. The tether prevents tipping over.
- Use a baby door. Place them at the top and bottom of stairs and doorways where you don’t want your child to enter.
- Unplug small appliances. Toasters, blenders, coffee makers, electric stoves: Anything your baby may come into contact with should be unplugged and the cord should be stored properly.
- Move all houseplants. Plants, especially poisonous ones, should be placed in high places or in rooms where the baby can’t go.
- Install the cabinet lock. Also consider hinge pinch guards, stovetop knob guards, and toilet locks to prevent accidents.