The bathroom. Part of every morning ritual. You probably use it so often that you have become oblivious to how unsafe the bathroom can be for kids. Don't worry, I have your back. I have created this handy guide to showcase the dangers your bathroom hides and how to keep your baby safe from them. […]
Baby proofing
The television, to the parent it is a way to relax after a hard day's work. To your child, it's a jungle gym and entertainment device and chew toy. Just like everything else in the house, the TV is dangerous to your child if used incorrectly. Read on to learn about everything you need to […]
Just like almost everything else in the house, the refrigerator can pose a danger to your child. While not every child is attracted to the fridge, for some it is like light to a moth. If you are here I assume that the fridge is an issue for your little one and you are looking […]
There are two things that need to be remembered when looking to baby-proof a door: Preventing your child from using the door on its own Preventing your child from injury due to moving parts such as hinges In this guide, I will cover products that will solve the above two points for internal doors which […]
The kitchen is one of the most dangerous areas of the house. Just about every item you use to prepare food is unsafe for your young child. Come with me as we explore all the dangers hiding around your kitchen and the simple steps required for you to baby proof your kitchen. Develop child-safe kitchen […]
What is baby proofing? Baby proofing is the act of making the environment or an object safer for your child. What is the difference between baby proofing and childproofing? Baby proofing and childproofing are really the same things. It all depends on when you stop calling your baby a baby, It all comes down to […]
Parents remember to baby-proof their homes when a new baby comes but often overlook doing the same for their vehicles. Fortunately baby proofing the car is relatively simple. Let us jump right in and look at the steps you need to take to get your car to a baby-safe state. Strap up your baby Studies […]
It can be surprisingly difficult to locate the perfect baby gate for stairs in your house. This is largely due to every house being different and don’t get me started on those houses that aren’t quite up to code (shhhh!). Because I get bombarded with questions each week from parents trying to track down the […]
Nothing is more pleasant than the warming heat generated by a fireplace on a cold night. Unfortunately, the flickering flames can lure a curious child towards it. If the fireplace has not been appropriately babyproofed then the end results will not be pretty. According to the US Fire Administration, more than one-third of Americans use […]
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French doors are stylish and unique. Their uniqueness, however, makes them difficult to baby proof. Before you jump right in, you should ask yourself the following questions Do the doors need to remain closed? Are the doors commonly used as thoroughfare? Are there any other elements, such as glass, that pose a hazard to my […]
It never ceases to amaze me how much I take cabinets, drawers, and other storage areas for granted. Without them, my house would be a mess. The unusual thing is that some babies couldn’t care less about cabinets. To them whatever is hidden away simply does not compete with their awesome toys. You are probably […]
Unless you live in a cave your house will have windows. If you do live in a cave, then you should be protecting your family from bears rather than reading this guide. Windows are a problem, they attract your child by offering an awesome view of all the amazing things going on outside the house. […]
It never ceases to amaze me how much I take cabinets, drawers and other storage areas for granted. Without them, my house would be a mess. The unusual thing is that some babies couldn't care less about drawers. To them whatever is hidden away simply does not compete with their awesome toys. You are probably […]
The toilet is something we use every day without thinking. While it is perfectly safe for adults, your little child is a different story. Come with me as I explore everything you need to do to childproof your toilet. Secure the door to the toilet The easiest way to baby proof the toilet is to […]
Your baby will get sticky. As a parent, you will soon begin to stop asking why or how and focus solely on getting your child clean. At this point, you are going to make a beeline straight for your already baby-proofed bathroom, plonk your little one in the tub and get scrubbing. Follow these tips […]