As a first-time parent, your primary focus is keeping your baby safe from the moment they arrive. You’ve done your research and found the safest car seat and crib. Now, you’re looking for ways to baby-proof your bathrooms and the rest of the home. With a bit of help from Precious Baby Protectors, you can keep your little one safe.
General Safety Measures
The bathroom can be dangerous for little feet and hands with slippery floors and cleaning chemicals, but there are easy ways to keep your baby safe throughout their growing years. Here are a few general measures you can take to raise the overall safety of every bathroom in your home:
- Lock the bathroom door.
- Keep the bathroom floor clean and dry to avoid slips and falls
- Place rugs and non-slip mats on the floor, especially around areas that often get wet, such as sinks and the tub
- Remove and store any small items that have the potential to be choking hazards
- Store all cleaning supplies in a locked cabinet
These are simple tasks you can complete in a few minutes and maintain daily for your child’s safety.
Cabinet and Drawer Safety
While cabinet doors and drawers have been known to pinch tiny fingers, it’s more about keeping your sweet baby away from what’s inside them. Here’s a look at a few ways to keep your bathroom safer for your child from infancy to the toddler years and beyond:
- Keep drawers and cabinet drawers closed with child safety locks
- Store cleaning supplies, medications, and toiletries out of reach or locked in cabinets
- Remove any sharp objects from the bathroom or keep them stored in locked drawers or cabinets
There are many child safety locks, including magnetic, spring, and adhesive straps. Precious Baby Protectors can help you review your options, choose what’s best for you, and install them for you.
Toilet Safety
With a new baby on the way, it’s time to start using bathroom safety techniques now so you don’t even think about them when your child arrives. You can start by always putting the toilet seat down. This can help avoid any accidental drownings. Keeping the lid down keeps your child safe from pinched fingers if a lid falls on them.
You should also install a toilet lock and latch. As your baby learns to walk and move around, they’ll want to explore their surroundings, including what’s under the toilet lid. A lock or latch is an extra layer of protection for your child and your peace of mind.
Bathing Safety
Bathing is a special bonding time for you and your newborn; you want to keep them safe while they’re in the water. Start with these tips:
- Never leave your child alone in the bathtub
- Turn off the water before placing your child in the tub to avoid changing temperatures
- Teach your child to sit and not stand in the tub
- Place a non-stick mat in the tub
- Place a cover over the faucet
- Always check the water temperature and levels
- Use a bath ring suction-cupped seat for children who can sit up
Keeping your child safe during bathtime can be a safe and wonderful experience for you both.
Precious Baby Protectors: Your Partner in Creating a Safe Environment for Your Little One
You can craft a safer bathroom environment for your new baby and don’t have to do it alone. Precious Baby Protectors can work with you to make your bathroom as safe as possible. We start with an in-home consultation. Contact us to set up one today.
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