The first twelve months of a baby's life is an exciting time for parents who will witness their baby's first smile, first laugh and even its first steps. The next twelve months can be equally exciting, but also dangerous if safety isn't foremost in the parent's minds. The national S.A.F.E. (Smoke Alarms For Every) Home Foundation, Inc. offers the following checklist to help "baby proof" your home.
1. Are matches and cigarette lighters kept out of children's reach or in a childproof container?
2. Do family members have a rule never to hold a small child while handling hot liquids, such as a cup of coffee or a pot of hot water?
3. Are hot liquids placed out of child's reach? Remember that young children will pull a tablecloth off a table.
4. Are small children not allowed to play in the kitchen? Not only could they burn themselves on a hot stove, but also an adult could fall over them while removing a pan, and carrying hot food from the stove.
5. Are electrical outlet covers on all unused outlets?
6. Are electric cords in good condition and out of reach of children, especially in the teething stage?
7. Do family members know never to leave a small child unattended in the bathtub. Not only could this create a drowning problem, but a potential scald burn also.
8. Have you installed door stops and safety knobs to prevent children from opening forbidden doors? Remember to also use adaptable latches and locks for medicine cabinets and cabinets containing cleaners or other poisonous substances.
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