Baby Proofing

The Ultimate Baby Proofing Checklist

Essential products for turning your home into a baby-safe haven.

Baby Bed Rail - Gray - Perma Child Safety

Bedroom / Nursery

Living rooms are bustling spaces where families gather to talk or watch television, but they also present significant dangers, particularly from falls and falling objects like televisions.

Ultimate Multi Latch - 4 Pack - Perma Child Safety

Living Room

Living rooms have earned that name. These rooms get the most action in your house. Whether you’re sitting in there and talking to your family or quietly watching television, living rooms are busy places. Falls and falling objects, like televisions, are a big danger in the living room

Bathroom

For the first couple of years, babies should only be taking baths in the bathroom, but this space poses significant dangers such as drowning, burns, and falls.

Kitchen

Families enjoy gathering in the kitchen to eat and share stories, but having a baby complicates things, as the biggest danger in this space is access to fridge, draws and cabinets.

Hallways + Stairs

Stairways may seem like an enticing challenge for curious children, but they result in about 8,000 emergency room visits daily due to falls.

Easy Fit Retractable Baby Gate - 71" W x 33" H / White - Perma Child Safety

Laundry

The laundry room is often overlooked for kid-proofing, but it has hazards. Here are four ways to keep kids safe while you're sorting laundry.

Sliding Door & Window Lock - 2 Pack - Perma Child Safety

Garage

Although this area may not need to be ‘baby-proofed’ immediately. It’s a good idea to baby-proof it anyways or have a list ready for when the time comes as the child gets a little older.