How to make your home more baby friendly

"’Dr. Murphy, I'm at my wit's end,’ moaned Mrs. Smith as she pushed a stroller up the hill. ‘The kids keep running down the stairs and it hurts me to chase them all around.’

‘I have just the thing for you!’ said Dr. Murphy with an eager smile, holding out the baby gate he had been working on in his garage for months now-a-days (or years?) The architechture (sp) was simple enough: a long cylinder suspended from two perpendicular poles that would anchor into any wall studs and leave no gap along its length of about 4 feet - not too tall but not too short either. It took less than 30 minutes to attach one end at each’"

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When we think of protecting the baby, one of the first things thought of is the stairs. As baby's become mobile even a seven inch step could mean life of death.

We are going to explore some other things that need need to be modified to keep your rolling monster out of trouble.

Here are some helpful tips To Help keep your Home baby friendly

Install a baby gate at the top and bottom of your stairs 

Get rid of any sharp corners or objects that could be dangerous for babies and toddlers 

Cover your electrical outlets with outlet covers 

Put child-friendly locks on cabinets and doors that are off limits to kids 

Replace carpets with hardwood or laminate flooring, which is easier to clean up after spills 

Install rugs on hard wood, laminate or tile surfaces where the baby will spend a lot of time.

Buy a few foam mats for babies who like to play on their stomachs

Keep baby's favorite toys close by 

Cover sharp corners with padding or a blanket 

Place the TV on a low stand and anchor it to the wall

Anchor all mobile shelving and bookcase like things to the wall

Prevent doors from slamming by putting a hinge stop on the door

Install safety gates at top and bottom of stairs for extra protection

A Safe Baby Turns Into A Happy Toddler

These transition months from baby to toddler are vital to keep you baby safe. Take an assessment around the home of what can be dangerous. Evaluate any hazards before an incident happens. 

If an incident does happen, correct that issue so it does not repeat itself. The goal for any loving parent is to keep their home baby friendly, as long as their is a baby around.