Childproofing Must-Haves For A Safe Home

​Having a toddler is one of the most precious parts of parenting. In this stage, you can discover different milestones of your child that will definitely melt your heart in an instant. These said milestones are all photo and vide-worthy to have some remembrance of the many firsts in your child’s life. 

The developmental stage is terrific yet needs to have a right amount of attention. Toddlers are relatively curious, and they tend to touch, bite, or eat things they see. Therefore, ensuring that your home is safe for them is necessary. 

If you are a first-time parent and wondering how you can baby-proof your home, here are some of the must-haves you should install:

​Cabinet And Drawer Locks
Cabinet and drawers are one of the top targets of toddlers especially if they are starting to learn how to walk. Our home cabinets and drawers may contain hazardous content that can be dangerous for our kids. Therefore, cabinet and drawer locks are a must to avoid accidents and keep your home a safe environment for your children. 

Outlet Covers
Children, especially toddlers are curious at heart. Hence they try to explore everything to know whether they could be hurt or not. Outlets are present in every home, often within reach of children. 

If you have toddlers or small kids at home, install covers on your outlet, so there will be no cases of electrocuted that can also be fatal for your children. Materials inserted in the outlet that spark can cause a fire in your house. 

Baby Gates
If your home has stairs, it is essential to install baby gates. It is not just a protection for your kids, but also gives you peace of mind at home for your precious items. Ensure the proper installation that would not cause potential harm to your children. 

Corner Cushions
Toddlers can crawl and stand-up without being fully aware of what is above, behind, or beside them. Furniture edges can be dangerous for your children in cases they bump their head, face, and eyes. Corner cushions are easy-to-install cushion to cover sharp edges of your furniture especially your tables, cabinets, and drawers. 

Ensuring your home safety is essential especially if you are growing a family. To make sure that you maximize all resources for better security and protection of your children and your property, have a home insurance coverage to get by. At AVA Insurance & Auto Tags, we work hard in making sure that our clients are well-protected with policies that they can afford. To learn more about how we can help you, please contact our agency at (954) 454-5483 or Click Here to request a free quote.