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5 must-have items when baby proofing your home

By Julie Scagell

If you’re expecting a little one soon or your newborn is becoming more mobile, chances are you’re spending a lot of time looking around your home and trying to spot hidden dangers. It can be easy to become obsessive about it, but you don’t need to be. While there are items you want to keep away from little one’s hands and mouth, there are others you can put in to help ease your mind a bit, so you don’t spend your day in a constant state of worry. Amazon sells most everything you’ll need to baby proof your home like a professional, and here are a few products we believe will help your baby stay safe (and you to stay sane).

This may not seem like a typical safety item, but keeping yourself planted and free from slipping while bathing your baby ensures you stay upright and comfortable while giving your little one a bath. It also keeps items handy so you don’t need to turn and grab a forgotten item. It may not seem like a necessary item but after giving bath after bath, you’ll be happy to have some comfort and support.
$57 from Amazon $48 from Walmart

As babies learn to stand and walk, knowing heavy furniture is secure is important. These wall anchor straps allow you to affix all kinds of furniture – from dressers to TV cabinets to buffets – and more to the wall, so they won’t tip over if someone grabs them from underneath. These have anti-aging and anti-cracking properties so you know they won’t break or wear down over time.
$30 from Amazon

If you’re worried about sharp edges, you’ll want to invest in a good edging/corner guard set like this one. It comes with over 17 feet of absorbing rubber foam that can help protect little one’s foreheads from banging or bruising that can happen from table edges, fireplace surrounds, and coffee table corners. You’ll have the peace of knowing if (and when) they do fall, their skin will be protected.
$30 from Amazon

Food storage is another not often thought of safety product. But if you’re trying to keep little wandering hands out of potential choking hazards, having airtight, locked food storage is key. These are portable, so you can throw them into a diaper bag on the go, and also have a safe place to store food in between feeding times.
$0 from Amazon

Ok, this one isn’t for the home, but it is in a place you’ll be spending a lot of time with your baby – the car. A baby mirror allows you to see your little one while you’re driving, so you can check and make sure they are good without pulling over every five minutes. If they cry, you can quickly determine if it’s a lost pacifier, toy, or if they’re rubbing their eyes and need to sleep. It’s not going to solve every problem, but it will keep you on the road longer with a sense of what’s going on in their world while you drive.
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While we know there are many other items you may stumble upon when baby proofing your home (and car), these are our picks for some of the top gear you’ll need to feel confident about your baby’s surroundings as they grow. If you’re ever unsure how to use a product, make sure you read all the instructions for set up so you know they are all being used as they should. Now you can sit back, relax, and enjoy watching your child explore their new world.

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