Whether you have a brand-new baby at home or you’re moving to a brand new home with your kiddo, childproofing the place is one of the most important things you can do both for convenience and safety. Childproofing can sometimes feel like an overwhelming process, especially if you’re starting from scratch in a new place. But you don’t need to fear — there are so many ways that you can protect your little one no matter where they go. Here are ten places in your home that you should look into childproofing on your next safety sweep.

1. Doorknobs

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You don’t want your little one to get into any and all rooms of the house, putting child safety locks on your doorknobs as soon as they start to toddle can help you keep that peace of mind. You can use safety protectors and doorknob covers for this step.

2. Cabinet Locks

Just like doors to other rooms, making sure that your kiddos don’t get into anything they aren’t supposed to have is another important step in childproofing In addition to putting cabinet safety locks on all of the cabinets that are low to the ground, you can go the extra mile by keeping anything harmful — like chemicals and cleaning products — on higher shelves. 

3. Electrical Outlets

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Outlets are everywhere in most houses, and they can sometimes be a hazard for little hands and little fingers. If you want to childproof electrical outlets, find some outlet covers to keep overtop of them when they’re not being used.

4. Garage Doors

The garage isn’t always the first place people think of when you mention childproofing, but it’s actually an important part of the home to think about. If your kids like to play outside or even if your family tends to store things in the garage, it’s important to make sure that the manual controls and the security functions are up to date and safe for everyone.

5. Medicine Cabinets

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Even if you keep your cabinets locked, the medicine cabinet is a specific spot that might require a bit more attention. Not only are cabinet locks important, but you can also make sure that you child-lock any substances that can be harmful to children — such as pills or sensitive chemicals.

6. Stove Controls

You don’t want your kiddo playing with the stove and accidentally causing a fire hazard or hurting themselves, so putting a stove guard in place can make sure that they don’t get into anything they aren’t supposed to.

7. Window Guards

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The windows can be a dangerous place for kids to play around, especially if there are no screens, they’re easy to open or if they’re low to the ground. In order to keep your kids safe — especially on higher floors — think about putting window guards, childproof window locks or even childproof window blinds in place in order to keep things safe.

8. Hallway Gates

Sometimes, one of the most important things to keep in mind is childproofing the possibility of your child moving from room to room without supervision. Especially if your home has stairs or steps that might be difficult for a toddler, putting up gates can help keep them contained and safe.

9. Fireplace Landings

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If you have a fireplace in your home, you may not always think about childproofing the landing along with it. Landings can be dangerous to children, especially small ones just learning to toddle, so make sure it’s properly guarded for their safety.

10. Cords on Blinds and Drapes

This one is a small detail, but it can certainly have a big impact on your child’s safety. If your blinds or drapes have cords that hang down, make sure you can tie them off and out of reach so your child doesn’t hurt themselves.

Childproofing Your Home

When it comes to keeping your little one safe, there are a variety of things that you can do in order to make your home the best place to care for your child. From putting child safety locks on door knobs and cabinets to putting up window guards and hallway gates, there are so many things that you can do to ensure the safety of your home. Are there any places on this list that you need to childproof next?