Babyproofing Checklist for Expectant Parents
Get your home ready for baby with help from your handyman team!
- Anchor heavy furniture (dressers, bookshelves, TVs) to prevent tip-over
- Install baby gates at stairways or room entrances
- Secure cabinet locks and drawer latches in kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry rooms
- Cover sharp furniture corners with cushioned edge protectors
- Install outlet covers or sliding plug protectors throughout the home
- Mount cord cleats or wraps for window blinds and curtains to prevent strangulation hazards
- Adjust crib or changing table placement away from windows, cords, or heaters
- Add door pinch guards or soft-close hardware to avoid finger pinches
- Install toilet seat locks in bathrooms
- Reinforce safety gates or play yard enclosures to ensure secure fit and stability
- Check smoke detectors to ensure they’re working properly
- Install black out shades in nursery or other nap areas
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