One of the most exciting times in a parent's life is the
time before a baby's arrival. Between anticipation and preparation time passes
in an instant, and before you know it you will be holding your little one in
your arms. Although newborns are too small to get into too much trouble, in
only a few short months your child will be looking to explore the world around
them. Make sure your home is ready for the adventure, and baby proofing is done
in advance. Over the course of a single weekend you can transform your home
into a baby friendly safe zone, ready for discovery.
Getting Down To Have
Look Around
Cupboards and corners are potential hazards, but are not the
only places baby can run into trouble. Cracks and crevices can trap and scratch
little fingers, and an exposed baseboard nail could lead to unneeded tears and
medical attention. These problems can be avoided with minimal time and a little
filler. By bringing yourself down to baby level, you can easily get the low
down on your home's toddler readiness. Another down and dirty danger is electrical
outlets. If you have lots of cords in the home, consider using power strips to
keep the number of plugs needed to a minimum. These are easy to unplug and
replace with a cover when not needed, or when baby is at play. Not only will
this make things easy at the outlet, but it will also save you money by minimizing
wasted energy.
Switch To Greener
Cleaners And Keep It Up
Of course keeping chemical cleaners and cleaning supplies
out of reach is an important part of baby proofing your home, but what about
the freshly mopped kitchen floor? Baby's soft skin can easily pick up the
chemical cocktail that is most traditional cleaning solutions. Switching to natural
cleaners is a safe choice for both your home and your family. With green
cleaning products, you won't have to wait until baby is away or napping before
chipping away at the daily chores.
Keep Baby In Bounds And
Block Danger Out
There is a contraption for every possible danger, but
regardless of the measures taken, accidents can always happen. Once you have
baby proofed hazardous zones like bathrooms and offices, you can add extra
assurance by placing baby locks or latches on the outside of doors. Baby gates
can block off areas of the home beyond the staircase. You can use these safety
gates to section off nearly any area, and portable gates are easily moved
throughout the home.
Babies grow quickly, and sometimes we as parents feel
unprepared for the phases and milestones that lay ahead. Knowing your home is
ready to go from newborn to toddler will give the peace of mind needed to enjoy
each moment that you share with baby in your home. If there are structural
challenges that simple baby proofing cannot overcome, call your local real
estate professional today. Connecting buyers with just the right place is both
our pleasure and priority. Finding the perfect home for you and your growing
family can be a great way to transition into a new normal.
Interested in selling your Charleston area
home? Visit: www.jeffcookrealestate.com
-Jeff Cook
Jeff Cook Real Estate
Charleston, SC
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