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10 tips for safe kids at home
1- Be vigilant
Parental vigilance is essential for children who are safe at home. Never leave a baby unattended while in the bath, in his high chair or on the changing table. In addition, always make sure to pick up dangerous materials after use, turn the handles of the pots towards the stove, keep hot liquids out of the reach of children and soak hot pots in water. cold after use.
2- Store properly
Storage keeps things organized and prevents the child from accessing harmful materials or products. Dangerous and sharp objects should always be stored in an inaccessible drawer. In addition, it is advisable to reserve a high cupboard equipped with an anti-opening safety system for toxic products.
3- Use protective accessories
Protective accessories are tools that enhance home security. A barrier can be placed at the entrance to the kitchen to prevent baby from entering when the environment is not completely safe. This same barrier can be installed in front of the stairs. For dangerous products, it is advisable to use bottles fitted with an anti-opening safety system and containing Bitrex (= very bitter substance which causes the product to be spit out immediately). Thermostatic mixers that let the water flow only at the desired temperature can be installed on the shower tap. In addition, windows should be fitted with a security system that makes opening more difficult. It is also advisable to use corner protectors and fixing the furniture on the wall helps prevent injury to children.
4- Prevent drowning
It only takes 10 cm of water to cause drowning in the baby. This is why you should never leave a child unattended in the bath and use a bathtub suitable for toddlers. In addition, it is strongly recommended to install a fence with a padlock around the family pool.
5- Watch out for burns
The kitchen is the most suitable environment for burns. Using an oven with a cool door and always putting the equipment away after use helps prevent injuries that are often serious. In addition, keeping the child away while preparing meals will keep him away from dangers.
6- Drop baby where it is needed
It is important to always secure the child in the high chair and lean the chair against the wall to avoid falls. The child should be put to sleep in his own adapted bed (with bars) rather than in that of the parents from which he can easily fall.
7- Teach children
Do not hesitate to teach children safe behaviors to adopt from an early age. For example, he must be taught to always turn on cold water before hot water at the tap, not to touch electrical outlets, etc.
8- Prevent falls
Slippery floors, rugs, stairs and windows can be the source of dangerous falls for children. It is therefore important to ensure their safety. Installing a non-slip mat in the bath helps prevent a bad fall for all members of the family.
9- Buy safe toys
The age recommended on the packaging is a good indication of whether the toy is suitable for the child. Thus, toys for toddlers do not contain small pieces that can be swallowed and do not pose a choking hazard.
10- Check the condition of the equipment
Checking the condition of the equipment in the house is essential in order to prevent accidents. Beware of bare or worn wires, broken toys, etc.