A childproofing strategy where you create safe zones in your home and restrict access to dangerous areas. Instead of trying to make every inch of your house safe, you focus on the spaces where your child spends the most time.
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The process of making your home safer by removing or reducing hazards for babies and young children. It's not just about buying products. It's about getting down to your child's eye level and thinking about what they can reach, pull, climb, or stick their fingers in.
A barrier installed in doorways or at the top/bottom of stairs to keep babies and toddlers from entering unsafe areas. Hardware-mounted gates screw into the wall and are the only safe option for the top of stairs. Pressure-mounted gates work for doorways and the bottom of stairs.
A portable enclosed space where a baby or toddler can play safely. Also called a playpen or pack-and-play. Modern play yards have mesh sides for visibility and ventilation. They're great for creating a safe zone while you cook, clean, or just need a minute.