1. Get Down to Toddler Level
Take a moment to crawl around your home and see the world from your child’s point of view. You’ll notice cords, small objects, sharp corners, and furniture they might try to climb—all things worth addressing!
2. Secure Furniture and TVs
Toddlers love to climb, so anchor bookshelves, dressers, and TVs to the wall to prevent tipping. Use wall straps or anti-tip kits—many are low-cost and easy to install.
3. Cover Electrical Outlets
Use outlet covers or safety plates on all accessible plugs. Toddlers are naturally curious about holes and love to poke things into them.
4. Use Cabinet and Drawer Locks
Especially in the kitchen and bathroom! Keep cleaning supplies, medicines, sharp objects, and choking hazards out of reach or locked up securely.
5. Install Baby Gates
Use gates to block stairs or rooms that aren't toddler-safe. Make sure they’re mounted securely—pressure-mounted gates aren’t always reliable for stairways.
6. Watch for Choking Hazards
Keep small objects off the floor and out of reach. A good rule of thumb: if it can fit through a toilet paper roll, it’s a choking risk.
7. Be Mindful of Water
Never leave toddlers unattended near water—even in a bathtub or a mop bucket. Empty sinks, tubs, and buckets after each use.
8. Keep Hot Things Out of Reach
Use stove knob covers, keep pot handles turned inward, and avoid placing hot drinks near the edges of tables or counters.