How To Childproof Your Home?

Child-proofing is essential to ensure the well-being of any child, the place they are supposed to be the safest. A home with a child with Autism needs safety measures even more. Kids on the spectrum may be oblivious to the dangers that confront them. Therefore, it is ideal to be proactive and in a preventive mode. In today’s blog, we list simple tips that will make your place a safe haven for your child and you.

Here are some simple tips to childproof your home:

· Invest in door alarms. They are available in your local hardware stores and ring loudly every time the connected door opens.

· Door safety with door locks. Put locks up high so they are not accessible to kids. Additional safety locks to doors that lead outside the house/apartment are a good idea.

· Buy furniture anchors. They prevent the child from pulling the furniture down on top of them. They are straps that bind to the furniture and are screwed to the wall. This ensures they are strong.

· Plug covers – They prevent the child from sticking their fingers into electric sockets/points.

· Always unplug any electrical appliance/device if not in use.

· Consider a special safety bed. They are designed to keep the child safe and prevent accidents/falling out of bed.

· No more sharp edges and corners thanks to rubber bumpers available widely.

· Window locks and alarms are ideal. Keep windows locked and they keys in a safe place. You may also wish to buy window alarms that trigger an alert if a window is being opened.

· Stair gates are ideal for homes where there are two levels/floors and stairs are involved. Another use for them is to attach them to door frames of rooms that should not be accessed by them such as garage, utility room or leading to the backyard/pool.

· Keep all sharp objects in the kitchen in cupboards high and above. The same goes for any cleaning supplies as well.

· Place a net on water bodies and fish ponds.

· Cover any pool or tank.

· Close & lock any bathroom (before and after use).

Childproofing is always a “work in progress” as the child grows and the situation evolves. You just need to be aware and stay a step or two ahead to ensure a safe and secure home for your child and the family.