Baby proofing

LifesGoodMom · May 2014

I'm probably late to the game on this bc Logan never crawled but we are finally baby proofing.

We covered the plugs, got a gate for the stairs, moved the cleaning products to a high cabinet, and have no blinds so no cords to take care of. What else did you do? We have all hardwood floors so I worry but I don't think there's much I can do about that.

kgs0505 · May 2014

Pretty much I baby proof as they get taller, more mobile, or improve problem solving capabilities. Mainly, any objects you care about or are breakable needs to be moved at least over 4 feet or stored away. Cabinet locks on anything you don't want them to access (or just take knobs off until they figure out how to open without them). I highly suggest a lock of some sort for your fireplace if you have one. Get heavy furniture attached to the studs in the walls to prevent toppling. This includes TVs, dressers, bookselves, and the like.

Lhyacinth888 · May 2014

Also moving any house plants that may be toxic out of reach.

ChicagoBroad26 · May 2014

@kgs0505 had great advice. A lot of it depends on the kid, too. Ava never even looked at our wine rack. Mila enjoys repeatedly ramming her shopping cart into it and laughing.