As parents, ensuring the safety of our little ones is always a top priority. From the moment they start crawling and exploring their surroundings, it becomes crucial to create a safe environment where they can thrive without encountering unnecessary risks. At First Steps Safe Steps, we understand the importance of baby proofing your home, which is why we’ve teamed up with Baby Dan, a trusted provider of baby gates and home safety products, to bring you essential tips and solutions for every corner of your living space.
Kitchen Safety
The kitchen can be a potential hazard zone for curious little explorers. From cupboards filled with cleaning supplies to hot appliances, there are numerous risks to consider. To prevent infants from accessing dangerous cupboards or drawers in the kitchen, we recommend using the Baby Dan Cabinet and Drawer Catch Latch or Double Cabinet Lock. Additionally, if your kitchen has an open pantry or storage space, the Baby Dan Premier True Pressure Gate or Flexi Fit Gate is a great choice to restrict access to the area, ensuring your child’s safety without compromising your convenience.
Living Spaces and Hallways
Heavy furniture such as bookshelves, hallway tables and televisions can present significant tip over dangers if not properly secured. Anchoring this furniture with the Baby Dans Anti-Tip Furniture Straps and BabyDan Anit-Tip Television Safety Straps is a non-negotiable baby safety action. If your living space has the perk of a fireplace, Baby Dan’s Flex Configure Systems is an excellent solution to restrict infant access to the area.
Stair Safety
Stairs pose a major risk for young children, especially those who are just learning to walk. Installing gates at the top and bottom of stairs is essential. For optimal safety, a pressure gate should not be installed at the top of the stair space due to the trip bar hazard and the higher risk of gate dislodgement. Baby Dan offers a range of wall mounted options including the Flexi-Fit Gate and BabyDan Multi Dan Gate and Guard Me Gate designed to fit various stair configurations and keep your little one safe from falls. For the bottom of the stairs, the Premier True Pressure Fit Gate is another option to prevent little ones from climbing up the stairs unsupervised.
Bedroom Safety
Heavy furniture items like chests of drawers, change tables and bedside tables can be potential tipping hazards if not properly secured. Baby Dans Anti-Tip Furniture Straps ensure these items remain stable and upright, minimising the risk of accidents. For safe storage of items in drawers and cabinets, the Baby Dan Multi-Lock and Double Cabinet Lock provide reliable protection against curious hands. Additionally, the Finger Safe or Two-Way Door Stop keeps bedroom doors from accidentally closing on tiny fingers, providing added peace of mind.
Bathroom Safety
Bathrooms are filled with potential hazards, from slippery surfaces to cabinets filled with toiletries, grooming items, medicines, or cleaning products. Baby Dan Multi Lock or Double Cabinet Locks help keep your little one’s hands away from unsafe bathroom items.
At First Steps Safe Steps, we understand that every home is unique, which is why we offer personalised consultations to help identify potential risks and tailor safety solutions to suit your specific needs. By partnering with Baby Dan, we ensure that you have access to the highest quality safety products to protect your little ones every step of the way. With our combined expertise and innovative solutions, you can create a safe and nurturing environment where your child can thrive and explore with confidence.
