“No one can deny the fact that once there is a child or more in a home, there is always a tendency for activity, carelessness, and unexpected events. This comes down to the fact that though we are adults, we don’t always know what happens no matter how we try to be in control. A child always seems to know when the perfect timing is for him to do the unexpected.

Making sure that children, who are the most helpless members in any family, are safe is the responsibility of an adult. Let the children explore the world and enjoy by running around the house.

When a child is active, it is impossible not to have accidents in the home. Hence, it is necessary to make our homes child-proof or child-friendly. First, we need to make the children safe. Second, we, adults, can have peace of mind.

There are many ways to child-proof your house depending on the design of your interior and the materials or furniture. Here are some suggestions on the basic precautions you can take to child-proof your house:

1. If you are using wooden flooring, check often for splinters protruding from the floor.

2. Choose tables with round corners or cover sharp corners of furniture and fixtures with padded materials.

3. Have a dry floor mop ready so that you can wipe spills right away. You can also use cloths that are absorbent but doing this can be very tedious.

4. Make sure that objects that are heavy and breakable are out of children’s reach.

5. Always have extra door keys outside every room and out of reach of children.

6. Keep all matches and lighters out of the children’s reach and all flammable materials or items should be kept in a locked area.

7. Check if you have visible fire exits and if the locks are intact so children don’t get the chance to play in them.

8. Don’t give children sharp or small objects to play with. Stick to the principle that all toys must be as big as your fist and without small removable parts.

9. Use plastic ware, small spoons and fork for children.

10. The plastic bags should be stored in a locked storage area.

11. Have electrical outlets beyond the reach of children.

Though these tips may seem trivial, they are very effective and they are practical tips to child-proof your home. Stick to them and try to find other ways to make your home safer for your child.”

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