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The room-by-room baby-proofing checklist

A practical walk-through of every room in your home, built on official NHS and HSE advice, to help you get ready for rolling, crawling, climbing and everything after.

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Mum playing with her toddler in the living roomBaby & Child Safety

Furniture tip-over: how to anchor TVs, drawers and bookcases

Why toddlers climb and pull on furniture, which pieces are highest risk, and how to anchor TVs, chests of drawers, bookcases and wardrobes using official UK and Irish safety advice.

1 – 2 years7 min read
Mum bathing her babyBaby & Child Safety

Bathroom safety for babies and toddlers

A hazard-by-hazard guide to bathroom safety for babies and toddlers, covering bath supervision, bath seats, water temperature, toilets, medicines, cleaning products, razors and hair straighteners, using NHS, HSE and CAPT advice.

0 – 6 months7 min read
Family with a young child moving into a new homeBaby & Child Safety

Baby-proofing a rented home without drilling

A practical guide for UK and Irish renters on baby-proofing without drilling, from checking what your tenancy allows and asking your landlord to no-drill options and removing adhesive fittings.

All ages8 min read
Mum and daughter sitting by the fireplace at home in winterBaby & Child Safety

Winter home safety for babies and toddlers

How to keep babies and toddlers warm without overheating this winter, with official advice on room temperature for sleep, fireguards, heaters, hot water bottles, candles and carbon monoxide alarms.

All ages7 min read
Toddler reaching to open a kitchen cupboard doorProducts & Essentials

How to fit adhesive baby safety locks so they stay stuck

A practical guide to fitting no-drill adhesive baby safety locks, from choosing the right surface and cleaning it properly to pressing firmly, curing time, temperature, regular checks and careful removal.

All ages8 min read
Parents with their baby in front of a Christmas treeBaby & Child Safety

Christmas baby-proofing: a festive safety guide for babies and toddlers

How to baby-proof your home for Christmas, from securing the tree and checking fairy lights to button batteries in gifts, hot drinks, visitors' bags and visiting family.

All ages7 min read
Mum pushing her toddler in a pushchair along a city streetParenting Tips

Out and about with a buggy: practical safety tips for parents

Practical pushchair and pram safety for everyday outings, from brakes, harnesses and handle bags to heat, cold, pram naps, roads, trains and buses, based on official UK and Irish advice.

0 – 6 months7 min read
Toddler sitting on the floor playing with small building blocksBaby & Child Safety

Button batteries, magnets and small items: the hidden hazards at home

Where button batteries, strong magnets, laundry capsules, vapes, medicines and small objects hide at home, why they're so dangerous for babies and toddlers, and what to do if one is swallowed.

1 – 2 years7 min read
Toddler reaching for a door handle at homeBaby & Child Safety

Door safety for toddlers: finger traps, handles and wandering

How to protect little fingers from closing doors, keep toddlers out of rooms with hazards, handle fire doors correctly and keep escape routes clear, using NHS, HSE and UK fire service advice.

1 – 2 years7 min read
Newborn baby feet on a soft blanketGrowing Up

When to start baby-proofing: a stage-by-stage timeline

A stage-by-stage guide to baby-proofing, from newborn to age four, showing what changes as your child rolls, crawls, walks and climbs, based on NHS and HSE advice.

All ages8 min read
Parent and toddler next to low kitchen cupboardsProducts & Essentials

Magnetic vs adhesive strap cupboard locks: which should you choose?

An honest comparison of magnetic cupboard locks and adhesive cabinet straps, covering how each works, pros and cons, which rooms suit which, fitting tips and when to review them.

1 – 2 years7 min read
Two young children looking out of a closed window at homeBaby & Child Safety

Window safety for children: restrictors, blinds and balconies

How to reduce the risk of window and balcony falls and blind cord accidents at home, from choosing restrictors and moving furniture to fire escape planning and supervision.

1 – 2 years8 min read
Parents and baby together in a family kitchenBaby & Child Safety

Baby-proofing your kitchen: a complete guide

A hazard-by-hazard guide to baby-proofing your kitchen, covering hot drinks, cookers, cleaning products, knives, choking risks and high chairs, plus NHS and HSE first aid for burns and scalds.

1 – 2 years7 min read

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Clear, easy-to-follow guides for real family homes.

Built on official guidance

Every guide cites recognised health and child safety organisations.

Written by parents

Dave and Alan are dads who have baby-proofed their own homes.

Regularly reviewed

Guides are checked and updated as official advice changes.

Our guides offer general information for parents and are not a substitute for professional or medical advice. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for any safety product and supervise children at all times.