Baby-proof your kitchen

by Heather

The first time I left my husband alone with the kids for a weekend, I was worried about knives on the countertop above all else. Holden was getting old enough to reach the counter tops but not old enough to see if there was danger.

Kitchens are scary places and I run a tight ship when it comes to most of the dangers:

Child locks are in place for any dangerous chemicals like dishwasher soap
The baby learns that the oven is HOT and must leave the room before I open the door
No toys in the kitchen unless they are affixed to the fridge, so nothing unexpected is underfoot

This safety video from Studio 4 Kids and Parenting Magazine offers some great tips on how to baby-proof your kitchen; all the tips are easy and cheap, just how I like them:

2 Responses to “Baby-proof your kitchen”

James Joyce says:

July 21, 2009 at 3:40 pm

Well researched site – love the kitchen gadgets! – Will look to incorporate some of your ideas into my site. Thanks!
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July 29, 2009 at 4:52 am

I admire the time and effort you put into your blog. I wish I had the same drive

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