KEEPING BABY SAFE :) From infancy to toddler age and beyond, there are many things at home that can be dangerous to baby. Most accidents and injuries will occur at home. This is where your baby spends most of her/his time. Your baby is growing and changing every minute. Each milestone present new challenges for parents; baby lifting her/his head, rolling over, crawling and before you know it off running.

For infancy, here are a few tips!

-Never leave your infant alone on a bed or couch even if baby has not rolled over yet. To your surprise, your baby will find ways to move around.
-The Baby Bouncy Seat - The bouncy seat should ALWAYS be place on the floor. Your baby even infant CAN bounce the seat right off a countertop, bed or couch, a potential visit to the ER.
-Your baby's crib should never be set to the highest setting. Again, you will not know when or how your baby will start maneuvering him or herself.
-Keep small objects out of baby's reach even things such as cotton balls, Q-Tips, etc; a potential chocking hazard. Rule of thumb, use a toilet paper roll; if the object can fix through the roll it is hazardous.

Now here are a few tips for babies! The best way to keep your baby safe is to get on his/her level and look around.

-Outlet covers; to cover unused outlets and outlets being used
-Door knob covers; especially basement doors, bathroom doors, and exterior doors
-Cabinet locks – make sure to lock all bathroom and kitchen cabinets
-Remove any furniture or items that can turn over on baby
-Vacuum daily to keep floors clear of dangers
-Remove pet food and water; even in the smallest amount of water is hazardous

These are just a few tips to help you keep your baby safe. However, Even as we take every precaution to keep our babies safe, accidents will and still do happen. Enrolling in an infant first aid and CPR class will help you know how to handle a medical emergency.