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[B26]Baby Proofing Your Home
by Daniel McDowell, Dan

When it is time for you to alter your home into a baby zone, all you need to do is take a wide, long look at your house from a baby's point of view by being literally down on the floor. You need to search for corners that require cover for their sharpness, cabinets which seem tempting enough to open, and the hanging cords that appear alluring. Making the house childproof is to ascertain that the child is not harmed while staying there. Childproofing also entails restriction of children from reaching an unsafe area. So, its time for pads, child-proof locks, covers and gates!

A childproofing study guide helps to understand procedures of childproofing. Steps to baby proofing your home involves looking out for -

· Small things: remember anything small will go into the mouth. So anything smaller than one and a half inches round like coins, dust balls and paper clips need to be removed.

· Sharp things: remove broken glasses and knives, scissors and razor blades even from the waste baskets.

· Electrical things: unused electrical outlets must be covered with plastic plugs. Lamp cords must be tucked behind the furniture.

· Poisonous elements: dangerous chemicals should be packed in cup-boards with child-proof locks. Poisonous indoor plants should be kept away. Medicine cabinets should have child-proof locks.

· Plastic bags: keep away plastic bags. A baby can put his/her face inside the bag and suffocate. Balloons too should be kept away.

· Unsafe stairs: Take care of your stairs. Safety gates at the top and bottom of open staircases should be installed and always kept fastened.

· Uncared for valuables: Keep and store away valuables on a higher shelf out of his/her reach.

Baby proofing is protecting your little bundle of joy from every sort of injury. For baby proofing your home, you could refer to a baby proofing checklist to provide her a safe passage through every nook and corner of your home. Get aware of child proof furniture. Child proof furniture does not have sharp edges and the corners are rounded. For baby proofing your home, get jokes child proof drawers attached to the cupboards and chests. A baby proofing checklist identifies potential hot-spots:

Bathroom

Install toilet lid locks and baby proofing glass shower door. Turn down the water temperature of your water heater at less than 110 degrees. Install child proofing base board heaters so that you can ensure the baby's safety in the bath tub, and avoid burning problem too. Set up child proof locks on the toilet doors; kids tend to be fascinated by water.

Doors

Invest in baby proofing door handles and place door knob covers for doors that you don't wish your baby to open. Place decals on sliding-glass doors.

Windows

Mount up window guards in such a way that they do not open more than six inches. Fasten the cords to the blinds. Install safety glass in low windows and French doors so that even if the baby falls into them they won't shatter. Nothing that could be climbed upon should be placed near the window.

Fireplace

How to baby proof a fire place hearth - get a fire-place hearth cover before the baby learns to crawl. Place cushiony devises called baby barriers around the hearth to keep her away.

Just get some intelligent safety gates and you can make sure that the angel doesn't tumble over.


Anyone considering having a child knows the responsibility that it entails. One may also think they understand the joy that comes along with it, but the feeling is only enhanced when that day actually arrives.
When he/she comes out of the womb, you just might cry with joy. It's that phenomenal. I never thought I would break down, but I was wrong. It's just too awesome to predict. Now, those of us who choose to have a child, also choose a tremendous responsibility.
It is the parent's duty and authority to take care of the new born baby. One of those duties include baby proofing your home, which should be done before your new baby enters the world.
Each day with your new baby infant includes a new set of responsibilities and learning curves. Understand that you won't be able to please your child every moment but you'll be able to pick up on things and learn them as time goes on. Using common knowledge and staying alert are key in taking care of your baby.
Baby proofing one's home can increase a baby's safety tenfold. It won't be the answer to all your safety needs but it is a step in the right direction.
As a wise man once said, "Children are brought into this world with only one defense, and that is the noise they can make. It's virtually all they can do to defend themselves against anything and everything. However, it's all they need. The two parents who created the child are the protectors, and they will go to any lengths to make sure the job is done correctly." This is a simple, yet brilliant deduction.
If you are soon to be parents, now is the time to start considering baby proofing your household. Here are a few tips to get you started in the right direction. Buy plastic molded covers for your open electrical outlets.
Purchase fasteners to hold cabinets closed. Put up gates near any stairwells to prevent you child from falling. It's also wise to not keep a pet around your infant. As much as you like you dog or cat, these animals are unpredictable.
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Daniel McDowell has sinced written about articles on various topics from Babies, Finances and Health. I am a grandfather of 6 and married to my soul mate Lukina. We live in the big state of TEXAS enjoying boating, arts and music.. Daniel McDowell's top article generates over 3600 views. to your Favourites.

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