Creating a Safe Environment for Kids Beyond Just Saying No
Parents often say, "My child knows not to..." followed by a list of things they want their children to avoid. Common examples include not going near the pool, not climbing on furniture, not opening doors to go outside, not touching guns, and not playing in cars. These rules are essential, but relying only on telling children what they should not do is not enough to keep them safe. Children are naturally curious and sometimes test boundaries. When they do not follow the rules,
Dangerous Railings
One often overlooked aspect of childproofing is balcony, staircase and deck railing with spacing between the spindles over 3". This...
Furniture anchoring
Furniture anchoring has been a big topic in the news lately, specifically with a recent recall of IKEA furniture. It is vitally important...
I always watch my baby
This statement is the one I hear most often from new parents when discussing the need to childproof. When I first became a parent, I had...
Cabinet Locks
Because cabinets and drawers are constructed differently, I often have to use multiple types of cabinet and drawer latches in the same...
Baby monitor safety
One of the most common things I see during Home Safety Evaluations is a baby monitor placed or mounted too close to the crib. Monitors...
