Important Safety Tips if You Have a Toddler in the Home
Mishaps around the house are the leading cause of death in children in North America. Toddlers especially like to learn all they can about the world around them with their recently acquired freedom of movement. But all too often, their curiosity gets them into trouble.
Many of these injuries, though, can be easily avoided. All you need to do is implement a few simple precautions. If you want to keep your child from harm, follow these toddler safety tips for your peace of mind.
Around the House
* Any items of furniture that can easily tip over, such as a bookcase, must be secured to the wall with brackets.
* Doorknob covers are required for any room that you don’t want your toddler to enter, for safety reasons or otherwise. They will also keep him from leaving the house unsupervised.
* If you have blinds on your windows, make sure the cords aren’t looped. If they are, hang them out of reach. They have been the cause of strangulation among young children in a number of cases.
* Always use protective covers on your electrical outlets. This will keep out curious fingers and small objects that can lead to electrocution.
Kitchen Safety
Be sure to install safety latches on all your kitchen cabinets and drawers. This helps prevent young children from accessing your cleaning products, many of which are toxic. It also keeps them from grabbing sharp objects like scissors or knives from inside the drawers.
Use the back burners on the stove when you’re cooking. Any pots should have the handles turned inward so your little one can’t grab them. If the oven is on, block access to it so your little one won’t get burned.
In the Bathroom
Just like in the kitchen, drawers and cabinets in the bathroom need child proof latches. Make sure that cleaning products and medicinal products are locked up safe from your little one’s grasp. As soon as you’re done with them, unplug appliances like your curling iron or electric shaver. Put them somewhere where your child can’t reach them.
A toilet latch is essential in order to keep the lid closed. Young children have a higher center of gravity and can easily fall into a toilet if they lean in to play in it. Remember that a small child can drown in less than an inch of water. So it’s essential to supervise them in the bathroom at all times.
Take an objective look at your home to spot any other possible sources of danger. Deal with them immediately. Having toddlers in the house can be a time of joy when you don’t have to worry so much about their safety.
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