Baby Proofing Essentials for a Safe Home — New Parent Checklist
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As babies grow, they become curious explorers — reaching, crawling, and pulling on everything in sight!
Baby proofing your home keeps those adventures safe and gives parents peace of mind.
Here’s what to secure before your little one starts moving!
✅ 1️⃣ Secure Furniture & Heavy Items
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Anchor bookshelves and dressers to walls
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Keep TVs mounted or strapped securely
✔️ Prevents tipping accidents as babies pull up on furniture
✅ 2️⃣ Cover Electrical Outlets
Plastic outlet covers stop little fingers and objects from going inside.
Simple and essential safety upgrade!
✅ 3️⃣ Cabinet & Drawer Locks
Keep cleaning supplies, medicines, and sharp items locked away.
Babies love to explore everything within reach.
✅ 4️⃣ Safety Gates
Block access to:
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Stairs
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Kitchens
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Rooms you can’t supervise closely
Choose sturdy, pressure-mounted or hardware-mounted gates.
✅ 5️⃣ Corner & Edge Guards
Protect wobbly walkers from sharp furniture corners.
Soft bumpers = fewer bumps and tears!
✅ 6️⃣ Check Choking Hazards
If it’s smaller than a toilet paper roll, it’s too small for baby.
Regularly scan floors and low surfaces.
⭐ Parent Pro Tips
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Get on the floor at baby’s level to see hazards from their point of view
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Baby proof early — before crawling begins!
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Re-check your home every few months as baby grows stronger and more curious 💛
Creating a safe home means more freedom for baby to explore and more confidence for parents — it’s a win-win!