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Gates For Baby

Monday, February 28th, 2011 at 5:36 pm  
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Steps that Adhere the Fixation of Baby Gates with Pet Doors

Author: Austin Moss

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Source of article: Steps that Adhere the Fixation of Baby Gates with Pet Doors

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Andre writes articles on different fields of interest.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    What baby gates do you use and would recommend?
    We have a large opening at the landing of our stairs (approximately 4 ft) and have been looking for a baby gate for that area. We also need two more standard size gates for other locations around our home. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

    • ANSWER:
      My son is 14 months old and we have three very different gates up in our house. I’ve been happy with all of them. The first gate we got was Summer Infant # 07060, Sure & Secure Extra Tall Walk-Thru Gate. We bought this for our hallway. It is a large opening (45 inches) and I needed something with an opening to easily walk through. I also didn’t want this to be a permenant gate that screwed into the wall in case I needed to remove it temporarily. This gate did the trick. It’s pressure mounted. I’m very happy with the gate. We’ve had in installed now for about 6 months. Here are the pros and cons.

      Pros:
      pressure mounted
      extra tall
      easy to get in and out of once you get the hang of it
      fairly easy to install
      spring relase so it closes on its own
      My son has not been able to pull the gate down even though he tries to shake it.

      Cons:
      When my son shakes the gate he does move it slightly on the wall. Although as mentioned above he hasn’t been able to pull the gate down. So it does hold up good.
      It was a little tricky lining up the gate when installing it.
      You can’t tighten it too much or the gate won’t open and close.

      The second gate we purchased was for the bottom of our stairs. We also have a large opening at the landing so we needed an oddly configured gate. We went with the Configure Gate by Kidco. We’ve had this mounted now for about 4 months or so and I love this gate.

      Pros:
      Very Sturdy
      Easy to get in and out of
      My son can’t budge this gate
      Mounts to the wall
      Can angle it to fit odd openings

      Cons:
      Expensive
      Some steps in the directions are a little unclear. It wasn’t hard to install it just took a little longer than it should if the directions had been written better.

      The third gate we purchased was for the top of the stars. We went with the Evenflo® Secure Step Metal Gate. We’ve had this gate up for about 2-3 months now and haven’t had any problems. Although, my son isn’t upstairs for too long, so he hasn’t really tried to shake the gate yet. The gate seems like it’s very sturdy. My husband and I have tried to shake it and it doesn’t move. Of course, since it’s at the top of my stairs I’m always keeping an eye on my son just in case.

      Pros:
      Installed quickly
      Seems to be very sturdy
      Has an indicator on the gate – Red means the gate is not closed properly. Green means it’s locked properly.
      Easy to open once you get the hang of it

      Cons:
      The gate can be adjusted to various sizes. There are two screws to loosen, slide the gate to the appropriate length and then tighten again. I can tell you that for us hand tighening didn’t work. You were able to fairly easily slide the gate which rendors it useless since you can’t lock it. However, once I got out our adjustable wrench and lightened the screw with the tool. The gate length is now locked into place and hasn’t budged.

      I see from the reviews on Amazon for this gate that two other people had the same problem, I had with the knobs not tightening properly. As I said once we tightened them with an adjustable wrench, we didn’t have any further problems. But, you may not feel comfortable with this and may want to avoid this gate altogether.

      My favorite gate of the three by far is the Configure Gate. I hope this helps. Good luck.

  2. QUESTION:
    Does Sweden require a certification for importing baby gates?
    I’m interested in expanding my local business to include customers in Sweden and I’m wondering if they require a certificate or safety marking on importing retractable baby gates? I’ve been able to find a few things, one being an EN 9130 marking, but that’s about it. Thanks in advance for any and all help!
    The retractable baby gates are sold from our website and shipped individually if that helps!

    • ANSWER:
      I’m pretty sure the product has to meet the EN 1930:2000 standard for children’s safety barriers, and that the product itself has to have the marking on it. Usually there should also be a CE mark on it.

      In 2003, the Swedish Consumer Agency (Konsumentverket) tested 9 different baby gate products available on the market at the time and found that only one actually met the EN 1930:2000 standard, called Kiddyguard, from Lascal. Despicable! The products that didn’t meet the standards were all subject to mandatory recall/withdrawal from the market.

      I suggest you contact the Swedish Consumer Agency for further info – contact details are on their web site. The link below is for the English version of their site. I’ve also supplied a link to the above report, although it’s in Swedish only.

  3. QUESTION:
    What are the best/inexpensive baby gates for the top and bottom of stairs?
    I need a total of 4 baby gates and from what I have looked at they are so expensive. I need 2 for the top of the stairs and 2 for the bottom of the stairs. Any suggestions please!

    • ANSWER:
      My cousin took an ordinary wooden baby gate (something current) and modified it himself with wood to attach it directly to the wall for the top of the stairs. He made something better than what you can buy.

      For reasons I don’t understand, I have not seen a baby gate at a garage sale in many years, so I can’t suggest that you go there.

  4. QUESTION:
    How many baby gates do you use for your stairs?
    So I’m moving Monday and our new house is 2 story and I need to buy baby gates do you put on at the top and bottom of the staircase at your house or just the top….. or bottom and bring it up when you come upstairs It just seems like a hassel… What do you do?

    • ANSWER:
      Well, it depends on your situation. For example, I live on a second floor, and stairs are inside of our apartment. We only have a gate at the top of the stairs, since the front door is at the bottom of the stairs. But if you have a two story house, and you hang out on both levels, you should usually have gates both at the top and the bottom. Carrying gates up and down the stairs would be a hassle. If you can afford the price and are okay with drilling holes, the walk through gates would be the best. They’re easiest to operate. I know they have those pressure mounted as well, but I don’t know how reliable they are.

  5. QUESTION:
    Toddler learned how to open baby gates, but we need them for our baby?
    My 2 year old daughter figured out how to undo the lock on the gates we have at the top and bottom of our staircase, but we have an 8 & 1/2 month old very mobile baby on our hands as well so we need to keep the gates in place.
    What do you do about a toddler messing with the gates?

    • ANSWER:
      Wow, I love the plethora of answers you received on this one LMAO.

      Is there any way you can lock them “better”? Maybe put tape around the lock/snaps? Is there another kind of baby gate that your daughter can’t unlock? Maybe you could put some kind of fabric (an old sock/shirt) around the lock and tie it? I don’t know…I am just throwing some ideas out there lol.

      Good luck hun and I hope you find something that works for ya!! =)

  6. QUESTION:
    We’re going to be moving into a house with stairs. What would you say are the best baby gates for this?
    So, what worked for you; personally. I can easily look online for baby gates, but I would like to know what worked best for you. What was easier for you and harder for the baby or in my case toddler to get out of. What year do you think the baby gates can be removed at- I was thinking at about 4 years old but I am not sure. Thanks for all your answers.

    • ANSWER:
      The wooden kind that attach to the wall with hinges are best. Pressure gates, or ones made of plastic in my opinion are way too flimsy.

      I used 2 of the Evenflo Top of the Stair gate and they were great

      http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000YZAYYS?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&tag=dealtime-baby-20&linkCode=asn

      See more gates and reviews at epinions.com – I use this site alot.

      http://www.epinions.com/kifm-Baby_Equipment/xDN_~child_safety-bc_child_safety_type_safety_gates

      Good luck!

      Edit: I forgot to say…. I kept mine up til my son was almost 3 – but he was not a climber. He had the stairs mastered and was mostly content to stay where we asked him to.

  7. QUESTION:
    When (at what age) are baby gates on the stairs no longer necessary?
    We have a 20 month old daughter and are moving to a new home that has two sets of stairs (wood treads only-no carpet). We have been looking at baby gates for the top of the stairs and have noticed that most of them say to remove them at age two. Should we bother with gates? Our daughter climbs up stairs easily and is just a little unsteady going down. Should I just teach her to go down on her bottom? I want her safe above all but also hate to drill holes in our custom built railings and new walls if it is unneccesary. We also have children ages 6, 5, and 3 years old and I worry about them climbing the gates as well. Thanks for any and all advice!

    • ANSWER:
      I think the main reason they say to remove them at 2 is because the kid can (and will) learn to climb over the gates, causing more of a safety issue. I think she sounds like she is ready to not have them. maybe have her practice a little bit on going down.

  8. QUESTION:
    My puppy jumps over her baby gates when she is home alone..what should I do?
    My pug puppy jumps over her baby gates when I leave her in the kitchen while I am at work. I can’t crate her because she would be in the crate for at most 8 hours. What is a solution for this?

    • ANSWER:
      I had the same problem with my Boxer when she was a puppy and tried everythihg so I ended up putting her in a crate when I wasn’t home.


Home Safety Kids

Monday, February 28th, 2011 at 11:14 am  
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Home Security With Camera for Home Safety, Kids Safety and Family Watch

Author: Andrew Stratton

Most parents really would prefer to be at home when the kids are coming home after school. However, that just is not always possible. Work, lessons, and distance often makes it impossible to be in the home at all times when children are present. There may be a nanny, housekeeper or babysitter available, but parents sometimes want to see for themselves what is going on in the household when they aren’t around to supervise. It may be that the youngsters need to know that mom or dad will be checking on them to make sure they make it home on time, or that they are completing chores that are needed.

Having a home security system with a camera means that no one can be in the house when they are not supposed to be present. This can include those who are present to try to burglarize the home or the parents may not want children from other families in the house when there is no adult supervision. Conversely, there is the whole issue of the quality of the child care being provided by paid employees in the home. The housekeeper or nanny may not be paying enough attention to the needs of a very young child. They may be overly forceful in their punishment or discipline of the child, sometimes even to the point of injury. With a home security camera, the parent can check in visually several times during the day, or as often as they want so that they can check on the child and the caregiver unobtrusively and confirm that everything is okay at home, or intervene if necessary to protect the child.

A similar situation occurs in a home when there are pets such as a dog or cat that stay alone in the house while you are out working or on a recreational break. A recording device played for them while you are out, or a camera recording of what they are getting into. This is not to say that the dog and or cat are misbehaving, it’s just that many refuse to obey your commands if you are not there to enforce them. Having camera surveillance of your pets can be a way to protect them if they are venturing into situations that could be harmful or fatal to them.

If there are elderly family members who live in the home, or even in another residence, a home security camera is ideal for monitoring their well being. Help can be sent in the event of an incapacitating illness or when there is a fall.

Of course, an obvious reason for setting up a home security system with a camera is to prevent unwanted intruders into your home. In many cases, the alarm alone will be enough to scare off the intruder, but a camera, alarm and tie in to a response unit will be a great way to prevent loss from theft to your possessions. Alarm systems for home security usually include notification of inhabitants for fire, smoke and noxious gases as well as intruders.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    What are some safety tips for kids staying home alone?
    A twelve-thirteen year old kid who is mature and has stayed home alone before – what are some safety tips to make her feel safe? Cell phone with her, blinds closed, stay upstairs, alarm on, etc.

    • ANSWER:
      do not open the door to anyone unless its a family member

  2. QUESTION:
    Need ideas for activities that teach elementary kids about safety?
    I have been doing research but I’m not finding much. I need to come up with an activity for elementary kids that will teach them about some kind of safety (fire safety, electrical safety, playground, traffic, bicycle, kitchen, safety in the home etc.) It must also be an activity that is interactive like something they can touch or move can’t just be something they read or listen to. I was thinking maybe some kind of game but I am stumped for ideas. Thank you so much!!!!

    • ANSWER:
      I remember when I was in second grade (in the stone age) and Officer Friendly came into the classroom and taught us about safety. Your local municipal or country police are very good about teaching kids about safety.

      I don’t quite remember the games, but the officer had kids acting out scenarios and then he elicited responses from the classroom.

      Also, it is important that youngsters are not afraid of police officers and should always feel comfortable about seeking their assistance.

  3. QUESTION:
    Question –why do people have firearms at home unloaded? I do understand about safety regarding kids.?
    But there are safes for about 50 bucks, that has 3 digit combination, whick keeps kids out, but opens up in 5 seconds if you need your gun for protection. Isnt that a smarter way, it provides safety and you still have access to your firearm if you need it?
    Sorry but most people with guns dont hunt—they have them for protection. BTW–did you know that a study was done showing communities that owning firearms is common, crime rate is low–wonder why?

    • ANSWER:

  4. QUESTION:
    Heath and safety requirement for working in a restaurant or a kids care home?
    Hiya people, I’m really stuck on this project that i have to do for school. This is the thing we are suppose to give me a leaflet about heath and safety requirements for chosen job and i cant find anything for restaurant . I mean sure i can make it up some are pretty obvious but it wont be enough for a leaflet I tryed webbing it but not enough info came up!
    I’m want reliable info… so that’s you guys come into this. CAN YOU please give me a whole bunch of heath and safety requirements on working in a restaurant or a kid care home. plzzzzzzzzz!
    or if you no any good websites that has loads of info on it =]
    plz il mean so much if u could help me
    If you dont get what im saying then dont reply mazzi or what ever your name is

    • ANSWER:
      i dont really get what your saying

  5. QUESTION:
    With children services how long could it take to void the safety plan so my kids can come home?
    My case worker finnally got all the paper work that proved everything reported was a lie so her supervisor friday had her do the paper work to void safety plan. monday she gave her supervisor the paper work to sign and have director to sign. she told me it would just be a day or two but as you see its already been that and I havent heard anything. How much longer could it take? btw it was a voluntary safety plan so I never lost custody. there was no trial. Its already been 5 wks. They have aloud me to see my kids everyday til 10 pm

    • ANSWER:
      Wash and make yourselves clean.
      Take your evil deeds out of my sight;
      stop doing wrong.
      Learn to do right; seek justice.
      Defend the oppressed.
      Take up the cause of the fatherless;
      plead the case of the widow.

  6. QUESTION:
    Home safety for my kid – Avoid Tripping over balcony?
    I am worried about my kid tripping over the balcony on the 2nd floor of our new home. The balcony is on the second floor of our house and you can see the living room downstairs when you see over it. He is about 7 years old and sometimes tries to watch downstairs through the balcony and I am extremely afraid that he may trip over it and fall down. I have tried looking for some kind of safety railing but can’t find a single product for it. Can someone please adivse?

    Thanks,
    The balcony is of normal height i.e. about 4 ft. But the problem is that my kid, who is about the same height tries to jump and hold his elbows over the balcony edge and tries to look down. I hope this will give you guys an idea.

    • ANSWER:
      The balcony should have a railing, high enough so that he could not trip and fall over. You might call your building department and ask them how high it is supposed to be in your building code. There will be also a rule about the distance between upright members

  7. QUESTION:
    Should I keep shoes on my kids at home during the day?
    My mother and friend think it’s a good idea for safety and so they will already be ready if we need to leave the house or go outside. They also think it will get them use to having them on so they don’t fight it later on. My kids are 2 and 4 years old.

    • ANSWER:
      I don’t think it matters either way as long as the shoes fit right and don’t get in the way of their feet growing.

      My sis kept my nephew in shoes all his life, even as a baby, but when he was like 3-4, he would come here to “no shoes land” and he would totally freak out if I took his shoes off.

      My mom let me run around bare footed and now I hate socks and only wear shoes to go out.

      Going without shoes will toughen the feet so they’re not hurt as bad when they do step on something, wearing shoes keeps the feet soft and more vulnerable to pain if they step on something.

      It’s really your call.

  8. QUESTION:
    Which gun is safest with kids in the house?
    I want to keep a loaded gun in the house for home safety and we have kids who have friends over a lot. Which gun is best, considering I want it loaded and ready to use at all times in case there is a criminal intruder?

    • ANSWER:
      Would recommend a pistol easer to stash away from kids, you say you live in a house and not an apartment, you wouldn’t want a pistol that will fire thought allot walls, 44mag. and others, if you can afford it that 1911 gov 45 is one hell of a short range stoper, phone booth weapon, 357 is a pretty good caliber.


Baby Safety Gates Review

Monday, February 28th, 2011 at 9:34 am  
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Review: Luvion Grand Elite Baby Monitor

Author: anothercold1

The Luvion Grand Elite is the latest, and possibly best, Digital Video Baby Monitor to hit the UK.  Incorporating the most-wanted features of other leading Baby Monitors, it is simply one of the best appointed Baby Monitors yet.

When first opening the packaging for the Luvion Grand Elite, it is clear this is a truly high-end product.  The matte black finish of the coffin-style box has a luxurious feel, and a reassuring weight to it, and easily slides open to reveal the Baby Monitor, set in custom fit, black foam.  At first glance, the feature that stands out immediately is the sheer size of the screen.  At 3.5 inches, the Grand Elite has a screen equal to the largest screens available on Digital Video Baby Monitors, though no other manufacturer has shoe-horned a screen that large, in to a parent unit so small; at a mere 16mm depth, the Luvion Grand Elite has the thinnest parent unit available today (making it extremely portable).  Looks-wise, the parent unit is very minimalist, cast in white, gloss plastic, with the large screen dominating the front panel, and three buttons set in to the right of the facia:  Menu, Scan, and a 4-way D-Pad which doubles up as the volume control. Running up the left side of the impressive-sized screen are six LED bars, invisible when not in use, which give a visual indicator of noise being transmitted from the Baby Unit.  This is particularly useful when the volume is reduced on the parent unit, allowing it to be run effectively in complete silence.

The rest of the controls for the Luvion Grand Elite are spaced down the thin outer edges of the parent unit, Giving a very clean look and finish to the product.  These controls and features include 2-way Talkback, lullabies and nightlights on the Camera Unit (all being remotely controlled, which is a labour-saving addition).  One thing that truly sets the Luvion Grand Elite apart however, is its amazing connectivity.  As with Luvion’s first Baby Monitor, the Luvion Platinum Digital, the Grand Elite can be connected to a television, which is particularly excellent when used in conjunction with ‘Picture in Picture’ viewing, available on most modern shows. This feature allows parents to maintain a watchful eye on their children, whilst not missing any of their favourite television.  New and unique to the Grand Elite however, is the ability to input a Micro-SD card in to the Parent Unit, and record up to 16 hours of your baby’s finest moments on to one Micro-SD.  While this feature may seem superfluous, would it not be nice to have the option of capturing some of your baby’s cutest moments?

When setting up the Baby Monitor for the first time, it is clear that the Luvion Grand Elite was designed with plug-n-play in mind. The out of the box equipment included is at the optimum amount; all the wiring you could need, and none of the additional detritus that will end up cluttering up a drawer.  Neatly packaged in the box are the essential power leads for both Parent and Baby Unit, a convenient charger dock for the Parent Unit (which doubles as a stand), the AV cable necessary for connection to a television, a user manual, and thoughtfully, the screws that will be required if the user wishes to wall-mount the Camera Unit in the baby’s room. 

From plugging in the Parent and Baby Units in their relative spots around the home; set up takes as long as flipping a switch.  The included Camera Unit is paired with the Parent Unit straight out of the box, and takes a few seconds to achieve a connection, after which all functions are available.  Adding extra Camera Units – The Luvion Grand Elite can receive signals from up to four at a time – is a very quick process, setting up the camera in the correct spot then selecting a menu option on the parent unit will pair the two together quickly.  When receiving more than one signal at a time, the Parent Unit can be set to flip between the active cameras every few seconds, or can be manually switched between one camera and the other.

Once your Grand Elite Monitor System is up and running, you will be pleasantly surprised at just how excellent the reception quality is.  Video Baby Monitors in the past have suffered from either a low quality signal, or a low quality image from a poor screen size. Utilising encrypted digital technology for security and quality, the Luvion Grand Elite provides almost HD quality images, and the crispest audio available on a Digital Video Baby Monitor.  In our tests, the baby unit was placed next to a radio in another part of the building, and the parent unit on a desk.  Once the connection was achieved, it would be completely reasonable to believe that the radio was in our office, such is the quality of the transmission, and the speaker installed in the Parent Unit.

Of course it would be impossible to discuss the performance of any Video Baby Monitor without testing it in low-light conditions – this is when Baby Monitors get the most use.  The Luvion Grand Elite has an impressive depth of field, and very little loss in quality when in strong darkness.  It is worth noting for parents new to video baby monitoring, night vision works entirely in black and white, often with a slightly green tinge.  The Luvion Grand Elite works as such, and really stands out in this area with its 5 metre depth of vision, with competitors often struggling beyond 2 metres.

In conclusion, the Luvion Grand Elite Digital Video Baby Monitor is truly a revolutionary product in its field. Drawing together the superior elements of other leading Baby Monitors, and combining them in a beautifully styled and compact unit with excellent build quality, Luvion have produced an instant market-leader.  The Grand Elite has taken its place at the top of the food chain, and will become the measuring stick against which all Video Baby Monitors must be compared. 

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BabySecurity.co.uk was formed in 2004 with the intention of providing parents with a specialist on-line store supplying Safety Gates and hard-to-find baby safety products. Since then the business has developed into being the specialist UK online supplier  of Nursery Safety Products.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    Have you or anyone you know bought this baby gate?
    I need to buy a babygate for my daycare, from my dining room to living room, (the doorway is about 50 inches across) so I was looking online for a wide one. I found one but I’m unsure if I should get it since it has no reviews. Do you or anyone you know have the following gate? Would you recommend it?

    http://www.child-safety-gates.com/scstore/p-1031544BB.html

    thank u so much!

    • ANSWER:
      It’s ok–it has a spring sort of tightener (think tension rod), so it’s really easy to push it over. I’d go for a better one.


Baby Jumpers Safety

Sunday, February 27th, 2011 at 7:21 pm  
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Activity Equipment for your Baby’s First Year

Author: Rick Ferguson

With all the options out there, it can be overwhelming trying to select activity equipment such as baby swings for your child’s first year. Plus, if this is your first child, you may wonder what your baby will play with most during his or her first year and which baby activity equipment options will give you the most bang for your buck.

Baby’s first year

Your baby’s vision, coordination, muscle tone and intellect all increase at an amazing rate during his or her first year of life, but for many children, it’s not fast enough. Play equipment can help your child experience new sensations and develop muscles. Plus, items such as baby swings or bouncers help give parents a nice break and allow them to focus on other household responsibilities without having to worry about their baby’s safety.

Activity Equipment Options:

There are several baby activity equipment options to choose from including bouncers, swings, activity centers and doorway jumpers. Below you’ll find the details on each.

Baby Bouncers

A bouncer is a versatile, relatively inexpensive piece of baby equipment that your baby can enjoy from day one. You can put a newborn in a bouncer and continue to use it until your child reaches 25 lbs.

Bouncers provide safe and soothing motion for your baby and free you up to do other things. Plus, your baby is exercising and developing muscles while he or she plays. Just make sure to always supervise your baby while in the bouncer. Never put the bouncer on a table or on anything that your baby could bounce off of and keep it out of range of furniture and dangerous objects such as cords, hot surfaces and curtain pulls.

Baby Swings

Swings are one of many parents’ favorite ways to sooth a crying baby. You can usually begin using a swing when your baby is 6 to 8 weeks old, but you should check with your pediatrician first. Swings typically hold babies up to 15 to 25 lbs.

Look for a swing with safety straps and a comfortable seat. You’ll also need to choose between a wind-up model and a battery-operated model. The battery-operated models are nice because you don’t have to worry about periodically winding up the swing, but some parents like the slow winding down of the manual models.

Be sure to keep swings and all other action equipment on a level surface away from stairs.

Activity Centers

Exersaucers just may be the final frontier in baby action equipment. They swivel, rock, bounce, and turn a full 360 degrees, and they come fully loaded with toys to stimulate your baby’s hand-eye coordination, focus, and perception. Plus, exersaucers are safer than walkers because they are stationary, but they provide plenty of entertainment for your child.

Exersaucers are suitable for any child who’s old enough to sit up and control head movement, and most exersaucers can adjust to accommodate a toddler’s height.

Doorway Jumpers

Jumpers enable babies to experience the exciting possibilities of standing up straight and using their legs to stand up control movement. Baby jumpers are designed for children 6 months and older who are comfortable supporting weight on their legs.

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/parenting-articles/activity-equipment-for-your-babys-first-year-195138.html

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Rick LeBlanc

Baby Activity Equipment

BabyCenter Store

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    What is the age to put a baby in a JumperRoo or Johnny Jumper thing -or Bouncer -whatever they are called??LOL
    I have one of those Jumper thingys -that my cousin gave me for my babygirl to use- but he didn’t give me the box or the papers that come with it – Its the kind you hang up in the doorway -anyway she will be 4 months next week and weighs
    17-Lbs already -she is big for her age and can already stand on her feet for long periods of time (when I am holding her -ofcourse) so I’m thinking she is ready for the jumper -but I would like to hear other parents input first on what you know about jumpers -and if there are any safety concerns as well- thanks

    • ANSWER:
      My son sounds like he is growing as fast as your daughter…he’s pretty tall too. We’ve tried him in the bouncer (my hubby likes to call it Sir Bounce A Lot LOL) off and on since he was 3 months. Every time we need to support him with stuffing blankets in there so he can be a little upright. He is really strong now (he’s almost 5 months)…strong neck and can stand with assistance really well too like your baby but still leans in the bouncer. We tried it a couple days ago and he did a lot better with it, used his legs more and looked like he was enjoying himself.

  2. QUESTION:
    For people who already have had a baby :] Do I have everything I need?
    My baby boy is due in May, here’s a list of what I have so far, am I missing anything?

    .Clothes (onsies, sleepers, socks, mittens, sweaters, pants, hats, soft shoes)
    .Blankets, bath towels, wash cloths
    .Baby products (oil, wipes, lotion, soap, powder, cream, q tips etc.)
    .Carseat
    .Stroller
    .Diaper bag (already packed :])
    .Crib (sheets, mobile, positioner…)
    .Changing table
    .Bouncer
    .Swing
    .Jumper
    .Car mirror and shades
    .Baby safety set (nail clippers, thermometer, baby medicine…)
    .Baby book and photo albums
    .Bassinet
    .Baby bathtub
    .Toy chest (full of toys)
    .Bottles and breast pump

    Things I haven’t bought yet and are pretty sure I am going to are:
    .High chair
    .Gates for his playroom
    .Pillow for breastfeeding
    .Contents for overnight bag for the hospital, I have the bag with a few things in it…but not everything yet.

    Am I forgetting anything? I thinks that’s everything..

    Thanks :]
    Oh yeah the baby carrier, I almost forgot! Thanks :]

    • ANSWER:
      I agree with everything Arlene G said. It sounds like you have pretty much everything covered for the baby so don’t forget about yourself. This is coming from experience because no one even told me to take any of those things for myself. My poor husband was always having to run to the store for extra things.

      I would suggest bringing something to keep all the paperwork in. You will have lots and it’s so easy to just put them in one place so you aren’t worried about losing or forgetting them.

      Also have some healthy snacks for when the baby comes home because I know I wasn’t able to eat for more than 5 mins at a time :) . Escpecially because she had colic.

      You might want to get some baby gas drops just in case.

      And this is a personal choice but I now have a wrap for the baby and wish I had looked into them sooner so maybe you could check out those. But other than that it seems as if you are all set. Congratulations!

  3. QUESTION:
    How many of you babysat in the 1970′s and 1980′s?
    If you did, what do you remember most about those years as a babysitter? For me I remember the fact that 99% of all the babies I babysat wore regular old-fashioned cloth diapers with safety pins and rubber pants. Glass baby bottles were still popular and always used. Baby walkers with casters were still the in thing to put your crawling baby into, as were Jolly Jumpers. Spanking was still acceptable, and outdoor clotheslines with diapers drying on them was a common everyday sight.

    • ANSWER:
      I was born in 1980, I wore cloth diapers and my mom LOVED that jumper. She did breast feed but I’m sure when bottles came into play they were glass. I can even remember my aunt having glass bottles for her son when I was young. I got spanked. I grew up fine. I look forward to having an outdoor clothesline-with our without the diapers. I’ll spank my kids, even if I have to do it under the cover of darkness, in the basement, 5 miles from any prying eyes.

      We were also discussing the other day (since we were on the topic because I’m 15 weeks and shopping for strollers), carseats and how they weren’t mandatory when I was born. I didn’t have one until about 9 months. She just held me on her lap and my father drove. The seat my grandmother had for my uncle was a bucket with leg holes that hung on the back of the front seat (of course then seat belts werent’ even mandatory in cars, so how else were you supposed to secure a baby seat in the car?). Ah, the days.

      Yes, things change because we want convenience for ourselves and safety for our kids. But look how many hundreds of thousands of kids grew up just fine without our “modern conveniences”-refer to bucket carseat above. Parents don’t carry their kids anymore, they lug around a carseat. My mom carried me everywhere until I was big enough to walk, and then I walked-oh the tragedy. And yes, they did sell seats and strollers back then. Most of these things were created and designed for the sole purpose of making children less of a burden to their parents. As for safety, if a 3 year old sits his little ass down in the car and puts on his seatbelt, he’s no less safe than if he were strapped into a carseat the size of a Volvo.

  4. QUESTION:
    Attachment Parents, what baby gear did you use?
    Trying to figure out how much of this is just ‘fluff’. Sorry so much is listed. If its easier you can just copy/paste the list and delete out the entries you didn’t use. Also, if you have the time, please list reasons why you used or didn’t use certain items. THANK YOU!! You can also add to the list if you feel the need.

    Infant car seat
    Convertible car seat
    Basic stroller
    “Snap-on” stroller frame
    Jogging stroller
    Play yard
    Baby backpack
    Front carrier
    Sling or wrap carrier
    Diaper bag
    Activity Equipment
    Swing
    Bouncer/bouncy seat
    Activity center
    Play mat/gym
    Doorway jumper
    Crib
    Changing table
    Glider or rocker
    Bassinet
    Co-sleeper
    Hamper
    Coordinated crib bedding set
    Mobile
    Baby Dresser
    Decorations
    Baby monitor
    Bottles and nipples
    Highchair
    Utensils
    Plates and bowls
    Cups and sippy cups
    Burp cloths
    Bottle brush
    Bibs
    Electric breast pump
    Manual breast pump
    Nursing bras
    Nursing pillow
    Baby towel with hood
    Infant bathtub
    Tub for older baby
    Baby washcloths
    Brush and comb
    Baby nail clippers
    Safety gates
    Diaper pail
    Diaper pail refills
    Pacifiers
    Humidifier
    Birth announcements
    Baby book or scrapbook

    • ANSWER:
      I don’t know if I’m an attachment parent or not, but from the very little I know about AP I can safely say that I at least share similar views on most things.

      These are things we use regularly, if not daily:
      Infant car seat
      Play yard (although not so much now that my son has outgrown the bassinet part and isn’t quite mobile enough to need it again yet)
      Sling or wrap carrier (this has been absolutely invaluable to us, we wouldn’t want to live without at least one)
      Diaper bag; admittedly a small one, and mostly just for daycare and day long trips
      Crib, Bassinet; we used the bassinet for the first four months, after that he moved into the crib
      Swing, Bouncer/bouncy seat; we only have a travel swing at home, but he does seem to enjoy the bouncy seat at daycare
      Bottles and nipples, Bottle brush; I really wanted to breastfeed but was unable to, plus he needs to take a bottle at daycare while I’m at work
      Hamper
      Baby towel with hood, Baby washcloths, Infant bathtub; admittedly a regular towel would work just as well, but we got a bunch of hooded towels as gifts
      Diaper pail; we use a reusable liner (cloth diapers)
      Humidifier; this is really more for us than the baby, we’ve always had to use one during winter
      Safety gates; currently being used mostly for the dogs, but I would consider these essential for any house once the baby is mobile
      Pacifiers; we use these on and off, he goes through stages where he really likes them and stages where he won’t take them
      Baby nail clippers; probably not essential, but I do find them easier to control than regular clippers
      Changing table; a lot of people say it’s a waste of money, but I use mine every single day and it doubles as storage for diapers, wipes, burp rags, and blankets
      Glider or rocker; again, not essential, but I LOVE mine and found it very worth the money (we bought it used for about )
      Bibs; we didn’t use them much until we started solids, but now we go through several a day.

      Birth announcements, Baby book or scrapbook, Coordinated crib bedding set, Mobile; these are all just fluff, but they are things I wanted and enjoy anyway. And my son really enjoys “talking” to his mobile. We also have a soft-bristled baby brush that we do use occasionally, but if we suddenly lost it I don’t think I’d worry about replacing it.

      We don’t have a dresser because our nursery is just too small. Instead we either hang his clothes or put them in canvas baskets on shelves in the closet.

      We do have a stroller that works with the car seat. But since we have the slings we generally find it easier to use that than fight with the stroller. The sling is more maneuverable (I can go anywhere with it) and takes up no space in the car. I do anticipate using it more when our son is older and when I have more than one child. But for now it’s just sitting in his closet.

  5. QUESTION:
    What are essential/best baby items to have as a new parent? What’s junk? What’s invaluable? Hints? Tips?
    (Sorry this is so long! Many thanks in advance to those who reply!)

    We are at week 34 awaiting the arrival of our Babygirl. Gifts and hand-me-downs are starting to come in that we’re marking off the “need to get” list (per Babies R Us).

    We still have lots we need to get, so I wanted to ask for your opinions. For all those moms and dads out there, I have attached, below, the Babies R Us “Parents Checklist.” What is necessary? What is not? What is invaluable? What did you get on a whim and are eternally grateful for having? What turned out to be nothing but junk? What brands are the best (i.e., I hear that Boudreaux’s “Butt Paste” is the best there is)?

    I’m starting to scout out Craigslist and eBay for deals (who the heck knew breast pumps were unbelievably expensive??? At least I can get new, in box items from eBay and save a few if I watch like a hawk!). If any of you have insights that you would share, we would be very grateful. Thanks!

    THE LIST

    Infant Care
    Safety

Baby Proof Home

Sunday, February 27th, 2011 at 4:52 pm  
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Modern & Baby-Proof Home ...

Start a Baby and Child Proof Business

Author: Lisa Paredes

If you have or know children, you know that they can be the sneakiest little things, even when for the most part they behave as perfect angels. But even the most behaved child can have a way of getting into many areas and places that they simply do not belong, and as a result, injury or accidents can occur instantly. More and more baby and child accidents are being reported every year, and sometimes the results are tragic. It only takes a second for a mom to turn her back for accident or tragedy to occur, and this is why baby and child proofing business is such a booming business today. If you are considering starting a business, you may want to start a baby and child proof business, and you will be surprised to learn just how easy and affordable it can be.

The Concept

The concept behind a baby and child proof business is that you will go into someone else’s home, and essentially child proof their home for them. If you have children, you will be a natural at this, as you will already know what to look for and what the hot spots and problem areas are. With so many gadgets on the market, many first time parents are lost and confused as to what should or should not be done to child proof their home. This is where you come in. Parents will hire you to consult in their home, and child proof it for them. You will inspect their home, install necessary safeguards, and point out any potential dangers to their children.

Startup Costs

There is no license or degree required for this business, but it would help you to do as much research on child proofing as possible. If you are a parent, your natural instinct will come in handy, particularly if you’ve been ‘on the job’ for quite some time. Start up costs will only include any marketing or advertising costs you incur, and some basic tools to assist in installing devices and latches. Invest in some top quality tools such as drills, wrenches, screwdrivers, and some basic safety devices that you can show your clients. Additional safety devices can be purchased on an as needed basis and you can then invoice your clients for these costs. Because you are dealing with safety issues and hazard potential, it is a good idea to obtain liability insurance as well. Check with your state, as some states may even require liability insurance.

Marketing Your Business

Marketing your business will be easy, because you already know who your target clients are, first time moms! First time moms are the most nervous and the most likely group to invest in professional child proofing services, and you can market this group anywhere. Target groups of pregnant moms, or new mothers by placing flyers and ads in maternity wards of hospitals or in pediatricians offices. You can even include packages with your business cards, brochures, information to be handed out to new mothers in the hospital. Most new moms receive a huge amount of information to help them along the way when they are in the hospital and this is a great starting point. Yellow pages ads are also a great way to go, as this may be the first place new parents look for this information.

A child proofing or baby proofing business can be a rewarding and exciting career. It is much easier to do than you think!!

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/business-articles/start-a-baby-and-child-proof-business-725148.html

About the Author

Mommy Empire is dedicated to helping moms succeed with their work at home business. Be sure to check us out on the Web for more internet business ideas and other home business topics!

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    What steps should I take to baby proof my home?
    I am 32w4d pregnant and I wasn’t sure if you can baby proof as you go along or if everything should be done before baby arrives. I also wanted to know what I should buy or look out for in my home while baby proofing…I have read some articles but it helps to get some advice from Moms who might have some suggestions that the articles missed. Thanks for the help!

    • ANSWER:
      Honestly, you can go along as you go because your baby doesn’t come out a tantrum giving two year old. They start off not moving much at all and sleeping most of the day. However some very important things do need to happen first. I believe outlet plugs are numero uno when it comes to baby proofing my 11 month old is just now figuring out cabinets so we will need get locks for those now, and around 5-6 months when they begin to crawl you need gates etc. Especially if this is your first it may seem foreign now but believe me it irons itself out when the baby comes. Also I have always joked that my daughter and I could start a baby proofing company. our Idea invite your friends with little ones (around one year little less or more) and believe you mee they will show you right off the bat what needs to be locked taken down, taken away, etc. Just when you think your done something else will catch their eye!! Good luck and don’t stress over this you are sooo close to having a beautiful miracle ENJOY!

      PS Also all fire arms need to be put away locked up and unloaded if any are even in the home (lol these take presidence over outlet plugs )

  2. QUESTION:
    What’s a good website to baby proof your home?
    My daughters 8 months, and at the age of crawling everywhere, and wanting to walk. Just wanted to know if there’s a good helpful website to help baby proof my home!

    • ANSWER:
      Go to the sites but remember the KEY:

      crawl on the floor so you are at your baby’s height – look to see what she sees and baby-proof from there…it’s the best thing to do so you do not forget a thing.

  3. QUESTION:
    Would you pay someone to baby proof your home?
    They would come in and do everything to make sure your home is baby-proof, toddler proof, and even puppy proof! What would be a reasonable amount to charge? (minus cost of supplies)

    • ANSWER:
      We looked into it but ended up not doing it – here is a link to a service in our area that friends have used with success. I think that if you have a bigger home or an older home, if you have a pool, then it could be worth it to have someone else take a look around and give you their recommendations. It does not take the place of looking around yourself – but a professional opinion does not hurt:

      http://www.safebeginningschildproofing.com/page.asp?pg=50

      When we called them, they quoted for an in home walk around, consultation and plan. After that, we could discuss having them purchase and set up the safety items or we could just take their recommendations and do it ourself.

  4. QUESTION:
    Are there agencies I can hire to baby proof my home in Singapore?
    Could you please give me any leads? Have you used any? Are they any good? Thanks

    • ANSWER:
      why would you want to hire baby proof for your home?not really sure though, maybe you can try search online on 88db to search for agencies where you can hire the baby proof if available

  5. QUESTION:
    how to baby proof my home?
    My baby is 7 months old and is starting to crawl, can you please give me a list of things i need to buy to baby proof my home? and a guide for making my home completely baby friendly?
    thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      If you have stairs, make sure to have the stairs blocked off by a built in child safe gate
      Remove your coffee table entirely for plenty of floor space
      Remove all lose objects and nick-nacks that the baby can reach
      Place plastic plug inserts that go into every outlet that is not being used
      If you have sharp ended tables or a mantel, place foam edges on the corners in case the baby falls and bumps his head
      Door knob covers
      Cabinet attachments

      All this stuff can be purchased at Babies R Us or you can also just hire someone to come in and baby proof your home

  6. QUESTION:
    My husband won’t let me baby proof our home – what should I do?
    I am 9 months pregnant and my husband believes baby proofing is not needed and that I am paranoid. I only want to use outlet plugs, drawer/cabinet guards where chemicals or sharp things are located and a gate guard for the top of our back deck staircase.

    He has 2 children from a previous marriage and said baby proofing was never needed with them. I think its better to be safe than sorry but he won’t bend. I feel he is being too controlling but he does not agree. Any advice?

    • ANSWER:
      Baby proofing isn’t needed until your baby is able to cruise around the house. Our son is almost 3 months old and nothing in the house is baby proofed. I would wait till the baby is about 4 or 5 months old. There really isn’t a need yet.

  7. QUESTION:
    how to baby proof a home?
    i am 15 and pregnant and need to baby proof my home thanks!!!!!

    • ANSWER:

  8. QUESTION:
    what steps can i take now to baby-proof my home? he’s due in two months…?
    granted he won’t be getting around much at first. but what can i do right now to help make a safe and happy home for junior in april?

    • ANSWER:
      1) Lie Down on the Floor

      Seriously! Just get down in the middle of the room and lie down and take
      your time and look all around you and you will see what your baby sees.
      Cover up outlets, tie up long window cords, remove extension cords, check
      for chipped wall pieces, tore up linoleum, etc.

      2) Get rid of Knick Knacks

      Yep, you might as well just go ahead and put away all your pretty little
      coffee table knick knacks, bathroom knick knacks, etc. One of the first things
      a child is going to reach for and put in it’s mouth is a colorful object. Choking
      is the leading cause of accidental death in children.

      3) Lock Kitchen and Bathroom Cabinets

      You can buy cabinet and door locking products just about anywhere. Make
      sure you keep all household cleaners up high and behind locked doors.
      Ditto with knives and alcohol. Eventually your child will figure out how to
      open child proof locks.

      4) Remove Plants

      Some Houseplants are just plain out poisonous. Especially rubber tree
      plants and philodendron. It’s best to be on the safe side and remove
      all houseplants away from the area.

      5) Bathroom

      Lower the water temperature to at least 120 degrees. Keep all cabinet
      doors locked at all times. Keep the toilet lid down .

      6) Staircases

      Install gates at the top and bottom of stairs. Preferably one that screws into
      the wall. Install gates at all room you don’t want the child to enter, even if
      it means you have to climb over it.
      The kind of gates that are held in place by pressure are nice, but in time
      they will give way because of the child pushing and pulling against it.


Baby Safety Corners

Sunday, February 27th, 2011 at 3:26 am  
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... baby safety corner protector

How to Buy a Baby Stroller or Baby Strollers System

Author: Thord Hall

The most important issue with any stroller or baby strollers system should be safety.  Basically, you should concentrate on dealing with companies that keep safety in mind when designing their products.  When it comes to value, a baby strollers system which includes the stroller, a car seat and sometimes a diaper bag will a more cost effective move.

The better quality strollers will generally have all the features that you need, but there are certain things that you should look for anyway.  Be sure that the stroller or baby strollers system has washable fabric.  Make sure that your stroller will fold easily, and also fit in your vehicle once it is folded.  This doesn’t sound like much, but there is nothing more frustrating than trying to put a stroller in a spot that is too small.  Check your measurements first.  Other options that are also important are adjustable telescopic handles, adequate storage, adjustable seats and on a baby strollers system, a switch chassis that can be used with both the car seat and the stroller seat.

Safety and convenience features go hand in hand.  The quality baby strollers have features that contribute to the overall safety of the unit.  One simple example is wheels.  Larger wheels with quality bearings make a stroller much easier to push which is more comfortable for the person pushing.  However, large wheels also make a stroller more stable and less likely to tip, which is a great safety feature.  

Once you start looking at the prices for your baby stroller or baby strollers system, you will find a wide range from low to high.  You can find cheap strollers everywhere.  Many of the cheaper models will have all the features, and many will not.  Basically, keep in mind that you get what you pay for.  You can’t really cut corners on safety features and many of the cheaper models with so-called safety features are made with lower quality materials that do not last.

Once you decide upon a stroller or a combination baby strollers system, you can find somereputable names in strollers out there.  One very reputable and high end company is Stokke.  Their products are very chic and quite stylish and very high quality.  However, they are quite expensive.  If money is no object, Stokke can and will supply you with a great baby stroller or baby strollers system.

There are also other good companies that offer strollers of great quality with great safety features that are more affordable.   One company in particular is Peg Perego.  We liked their strollers and purchased a baby strollers system online.  We visited a review site, looked around the site and made our choice.  It was so much easier than going from store to store and we have been very pleased with our purchase.

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/babies-articles/how-to-buy-a-baby-stroller-or-baby-strollers-system-2714498.html

About the Author

Anything that you buy for your baby is always important, so you always want the best and the safest.  Take a look at the Peg Perego Travel System website.  You will find many good quality strollers to choose from.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    I’m scared & paranoid for the safety of my baby?
    Before I was completely oblivious to everything and anything going on around me. I never watched the news channel…heck I didn’t even know what channel it was on or anything. I was in my early 20s partying…studying…and that’s pretty much it.

    Well..I’m married now..with a 10 mth old daughter…and I’ve been watching the news every morning practically all day..everyday. What’s got me paranoid…is these bizarre cases that I hear about on tv….

    One case where natural apple juice killed 2-3 babies..because the fruit picker picked an apple off of the ground and the company was dedicated to “natural” apple juice so they didn’t do a certain step that didn’t completely kill bacteria…etc.etc…samonella..

    Two recent ones are the peanut butter company and the weird lady found at the shopping center inserting weird liquid into baby foods.

    Seriously…these things are really getting to me. How the heck am I supposed to know that the food that I buy natural or not is okay and safe for my baby?! There are nutcases out there doing weird outrageous things…and companies that try to cut corners. GEEZ..help someone…anyone else worried about these things?

    • ANSWER:
      oh wow I didn’t even know about this stuff. Thats interesting.

  2. QUESTION:
    MIL is buying my baby toys and clothes?
    from garage sales and second hand stores. It’s our first baby, and I know she’s just trying to help us since we don’t have heaps of money, but how do I tell her to stop buying crap? She never asked what type of toys i’ll be allowing for my children, or how I plan to dress them.

    I’d like to dress and raise my own child. She had her chance and it makes me sick when she’d rather give her grandchild used crap from someone else’s baby than spend a couple extra bucks to give the baby something new to wear or play with. She even bought used burp cloths?!

    I told her that all I needed from a garage sale would be a gate for the stairs and other safety equipment, like corner guards and cabinet locks. She didn’t listen. She just went out and bought “clothes that looked unused” :(

    Help?
    I’m not spoiled, thank you, I just don’t like it when people are cheap with family members. I’d never give someone USED clothes for a baby shower gift. Who the hell does that? To me, that’s like giving someone your old clothes for their birthday!

    • ANSWER:
      Ok let me just say my grandmother does the exact same thing and I know how you feel. Except fot the safety things. I’d rather have those bought new. I want my new baby to have new things.

      My mother in law does try to give me my husbands old toys though. They also tried to give me his crib, and he is 25 years old.

      As for your mother in law just tell her to give you the money instead or tell her exactly what you need from where. Or just go shopping with her and whenever she ask you if you like something at a garage sell tell her no. To everything.

  3. QUESTION:
    Did you actually “baby-proof” your house?
    Okay well I’m always reading how you should cover corners, put on socket cover, lock the toilet etc, but I don’t know anyone who actually does all of that! My friend just had #2 and she also has a 15 month old and the only “baby-proofing” they do is put up a gate to keep them out of the kitchen which is the same thing I do with my dogs. They never have any trouble or injuries and now it seems silly to waste money on safety locks, and knobs etc. So tell me, did you actually baby-proof and why or why not???

    • ANSWER:
      We have not really “baby proofed” I agree, I think it is a waste of money (for some things). Instead, we are teaching our 11 month old…who has been crawling since 5 months and walking since 8 months (walking on furniture first then unassisted) to not touch things that are not his and the only thing we have done is a baby gate at the top of the stairs and locks on the kitchen cupboards (just recently). We have also picked things up that could be dangerous and socket covers on the outlets he could reach…but that is it. I can also close all the doors to the rooms in our house and keep him out that way. But realistically, I would rather him learn to not touch that way when we go to other peoples houses that do not have kids, or have older kids, it is not an issue. If you crazy baby proof, then they never lean to not touch, or “no” … it is kinda a hard thing to figure out…but I also don’t leave him alone to the point where he could get into something.

  4. QUESTION:
    Where is a good place to get child safety devices?
    Like edge bumpers for tables, cabinet door latches, etc. Baby’s r us has them, but it costs around for one of those corner things. It costs for one of those things that’s like a volleyball net for the balconey railings. Is there a cheaper way to go?

    • ANSWER:
      I just love ebay!!! you can get everything you need from this one seller ‘babysafetyforless’ is the user id. I bought my whole household full of everything I needed with this seller. This is all they sell and cheap. and everything is new also they sell tons of hard to find safety stuff. Good luck !!

  5. QUESTION:
    My baby keeps bumping his head everywhere!!!!?
    My boy is ten months every time I put him on the floor to crawl he pulls up un the furniture I already babyproofed with the safety first foam thingys that you put on the corners of the tables but he always falls and bumps his head on the chair or sofa or whatever just today he has bump his head like 5 times I knew that was going to happen but I’m scared his gonna get seriuosly hurt and my bf blames everytime cause he says I’m not watching him I can’t be right next to him 24/7 I’m getting the gates that become an enclosed playard so he can play and crawl without getting hurt. But what should I do right now he doesn’t want the jumparoo anymore I want to let him be a kid but i don’t want him to get hurt. Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      If he is really bumping his head that much, he will learn that it hurts and to stop doing it. If it’s a soft thing he falls on like sofa, don’t worry too much. Try wrapping blankets around what he normally bumps and see if that helps.

      He will eventually get more balance and learn not to bump everything.

      Tell your BF he can suck it LOL, it’s hard being a parent.

  6. QUESTION:
    What is a good baby gate for the bottom of the stairs?
    We have one made by The First Years at the top of the stairs that has a swinging door and a foot pedal to open it. We bought two of those but when we tried to put the second one at the bottom of the stairs it was too tall. The wall with the banister wasn’t tall enough to secure one of the top corners. Now I want a gate with a swinging door for safety reasons like not stepping over a gate while going up/down the stairs while holding my son. But I need one that is the height of the normal pressure gates. Also because of how the wall is set up we can’t screw it into the wall and it has weird baseboards and stuff so it has to have the adjustable corners. Like the one at the top of the stairs in all four corners you screw out the mount until it meets the wall… does that make sense?

    • ANSWER:
      Uhm…I am just 14.5 and putting this out there…but, you should really go to Babies R Us and ask someone there.
      I know they have baby gates, because…well, it’s a baby store.

      We’ve had a baby gate for our dog, but it didn’t have a swinging door…

      I tried looking at some, and I found some, but they are kind of…pricey..which is weird…because…well, just because prices for plastic and wood shouldn’t be this high…oh well.

      http://www.csnbaby.com/asp/show_detail.asp?sku=SFT1326&refid=FR51-SFT1326

      http://www.csnbaby.com/asp/show_detail.asp?sku=EVF1076&refid=FR51-EVF1076

      http://www.csnbaby.com/asp/show_detail.asp?sku=EVF1081&refid=FR51-EVF1081

      http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_04922259000P?vName=Baby&cName=BabyCare&Safety&sName=Gates&psid=FROOGLE01&sid=IDx20070921x00003a

      [This one I feel bad for the baby in it..it looks like the mum is teasing him.] =(

      http://www.csnbaby.com/asp/show_detail.asp?sku=YM1033&refid=FR51-YM1033

      Hope I helped…= I know I didn’t, though.
      Sorry. =

  7. QUESTION:
    Infant safety advice.?
    My daughter is starting to pull herself upright and is soon to be walking. So we need to baby proof. We’re looking for soft corner protecters to put on our assorted end tables, but we’re looking for brands that won’t interfere with the finish of the furniture. Many of our furniture are antique- quality. Any suggestions? Most that I have seen are of the double sided tape variety.

    • ANSWER:
      We bought foam pipe insulation and sort of formed it all the way around our furniture (not just the corners) . It is CHEAP and since it is just sort of wrapped there it will not mar furniture.

      Good Luck!

  8. QUESTION:
    Worried for my dogs’ safety, not sure what to do?
    Basically what the title is. I have 7 dogs. All of them are relatively well trained, with the exception of my skittish rescue (fine in the house, it’s around strangers when she ‘spazzes’) and my 9 week old Jack Russell who still enjoys chewing on things in the house. My other dogs are from the ages of 2 and 5 years old. All of them bar two are Jack Russell Terriers. I have five Jacks and two Doberman…

    Well, I’m still living at home. As is my sister, who is three years older than me…The, too, owns a dog. A male Jack Russell, age 3. I’ll just call my sister Y…Well, Y has always been very hands-on with the dogs. She leans on them, Uses her hand or shoe instead of words and doesn’t really do any training with her dog. Though, she’s happy to criticise My training methods and walking routines. Her latest complaint is that I never walk my first dog, a 5y/o Jack Russell female, who’s recently been spayed…Shocker…Also the complain about my 10m/o Doberman having some social issues. Never mind the fact she never takes any of them out, nor does she do anything but yell and hurt her dog. Anyway, I’ve often walked in the room and seen her with my second oldest dog pinned to the floor. “It’s a way to be dominant!” she usually says. A load of crap…Anyway, I’ve just been sitting at my computer and hear a loud thump and a squeak. I turned around and she’d stomped her feet at my 9w/o puppy and scared him into running into the baby gate, hitting his eye on the corner of the gate. Because he was chewing the couch. Well…I just ‘asked her nicely’ *wink wink* not to do it to my puppy, or any of my dogs, and she said that if she tells him to leave it he chews harder. No…”No, if you tell him to leave it, he normally looks at you…”

    Her dog flinches away and tries to hide whenever he barks, or bounces at you, or runs around the house and Y is in the room. Mine have started to do this also, only mine don’t just get scared when Y is in the room. They’re now scared when I come in and see them doing something bad. Now, they run and hide behind the chair or in their dog beds, whereas before they’d only scatter and wag their tails as if to say “You saw nothing’!” I’ve never hit my dogs before…I’ve raised my voice, but I’ve never actually HIT them. All of my dogs, including 9w/o pup, are jumpy atm.

    I’m having someone come down to check on my rescue later this week, just to make sure she’s in an OK home, getting on fine, etc…I’m worried that all of the dogs will get scared when this person comes over. I’ve had the RSPCA come down once before, thanks to my not-to-friendly neighbour, but everything went fine…If she calls them down now, all of them are terrified and will most likely act as if I beat them. Because I have so many dogs, and one CANNOT leave the house no matter what (Hasn’t had all his vaccines), I can’t really take them anywhere to get away from Y, even for an hour or two. I’ve been keeping them all in the room that I’m in for a few weeks now, but obviously Y will be in that room at some point.

    She’s stubborn and thinks she’s right about everything. I’ve told her not to hit my dogs lots of times but she just ignores me all the time. I’ve told our parents also, but she ignores them as w

    • ANSWER:
      Don’t allow your dogs near your sister. Keep them outside or in your room and get a lock that you can use a key on so you can lock your room when you leave and then she can’t get in. Also you may try doing exactly what your sister does to the dogs to her, hit her, slap her, kick her off the couch!! lol don’t do that but seriously keep your dogs away from her, she obviously should not own a dog if she is abusive! I feel bad for her dogs :(


Baby Safety Checklist

Saturday, February 26th, 2011 at 8:50 pm  
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Baby Safety Checklist

Baby Room Themes: Fun Ideas Your Baby Will Love

By Alli Ross

Decorating a nursery for your new baby can be a fun and exciting experience. It will be the first place for your baby to dream, to experience, and to grow. Here are a few things to keep in mind:

Location. Calm surroundings are critical to a newborn’s development. Avoid room’s that are close to a busy street, where there could be more noise. Will the baby’s room be on the same floor as your bedroom ? This makes it more convenient to monitor your baby. However, you can always opt for an audio or video monitor.

Time to decorate! Choosing a particular theme and design for your baby room depends on how much you want to spend, how much space you have, and whether it’s a boy or a girl. To be safe, you can always go for gender-neutral colors such as greens, purples, and reds.

Choosing a theme. Now it’s time to let your imagination run wild. To get some ideas, visit a few baby stores and check out different styles. They may even have example rooms set up that you can check out. Take a look at the following nursery themes to get a few ideas rolling.

Animals. This motif could include kittens, puppies, farm scenes, or teddy bears. This is a common theme that can easily be found in stores. You could purchase everything from the sheet and comforter set to coordinating wall hangings and wall paper.

Cartoon / TV Characters. The options are numerous here. Winnie the Pooh, Spiderman, Aladdin, Curious George, Bugs Bunny, Snoopy, and Peter Pan are just a few examples.

Noah’s Ark. This a popular theme with plenty of designs to choose from. You can accesorize with animal pictures, a nursery lamp, bedding, and even a rocking chair.

Dolphins or other underwater scenes. This theme will add a cool, refreshing feeling to your new baby room. The cool colors will also be comforting for you baby. For decorating, you could use sea-related wall hangings, sea shells, a border with waves, or even sea horses.

Crayons. Remember how much fun crayons use to be. Introduce your child to a new and creative world with this theme. You could use accents in the shape of hand prints or stencil of your choice. Place these on the walls, window frames, closet door, or even the lamp shade. Looking for the perfect paint. Crayola has come out with paints with their colors made specifically for the baby’s room.

Whichever design you choose, use inexpensive stain-repellant area rugs that can be easily replaced when you want to update the design. You’ll want a room that your child can grow into. The most important thing to keep in mind with choosing a baby room theme is make sure that it is safe and comfortable. From there, the possibilities are endless. Best of luck!

About the Author: GranMamma is the webmaster at the Baby Names Box- http://www.babynamebox.com – Where you can explore over 6,000 baby names and their meanings. Sub-categories include Disney ,J.R. Tolkien names, Fantasy and Folklore names, and many names from the literary classics. Be sure to say hi to GranMamma!

Source: www.isnare.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    Can someone give me a basic baby checklist and tell me what else I need for newborn?
    I need a checklist of just essentials I’m going to need for my newborn comming soon. Honestly, I’ve been lagging on buying baby stuff, mostly because I don’t want a lot of clothes laying around and wish to wait ’til the baby is born to buy specific gender clothes. This is my second baby in two years, so I have an idea of what is most needed for newborns, but I’d like some help on things I might have forgotten.

    So far I have
    Two small boxes of Huggies Newborn diapers
    3pk Vent Aire Bottles
    2pk A-Vent Bottles
    Newborn pacifier
    3-6m pacifier
    New bobby pillow
    1 3pk of newborn shirts with the mitten cuff
    2 5pks of 5-8lbs onsies
    2 5pks of 8-10lbs(I think) onsies
    New baby bath and foam pad
    2 baby hooded towels
    4 baby washcloths
    Basic baby safety kit(nose sucker/thermometer/clippers/etc)
    Crib
    2 new crib sheets
    1 4pk of recieving blankets
    New travel size swing
    Bottles rack(orginally my son’s)

    What I know I need
    Baby bath soap
    Baby washing soap
    Wipes!!
    Blankets
    Bottle brush
    Latex nipples for bottles
    Formula(if I don’t breastfeed)
    Baby mittens
    Newborn pants
    Bouncer
    Crib mobile
    Playyard
    More recieving blankets/towels/newborn shirts

    Basically it, I plan on buying clothes and toys as the baby grows because I know they don’t need much as newborns but the basics.

    Is there anything else I need to buy before the baby comes? I know I need to stock up on wipes and diapers and I will, these are the things I basically have right now and will get more later.
    Oh yes, I know I forgot SOCKS!! How many packs do I need to buy??
    Also, I wasn’t planning on having another baby for years, so I ended up giving away most of my son’s old bouncers/walker and stuff to charity before I found out I was expecting ^.^ good thing I kept the strollar and carseat :)

    • ANSWER:
      how about a car seat & stroller

  2. QUESTION:
    What are essential/best baby items to have as a new parent? What’s junk? What’s invaluable? Hints? Tips?
    (Sorry this is so long! Many thanks in advance to those who reply!)

    We are at week 34 awaiting the arrival of our Babygirl. Gifts and hand-me-downs are starting to come in that we’re marking off the “need to get” list (per Babies R Us).

    We still have lots we need to get, so I wanted to ask for your opinions. For all those moms and dads out there, I have attached, below, the Babies R Us “Parents Checklist.” What is necessary? What is not? What is invaluable? What did you get on a whim and are eternally grateful for having? What turned out to be nothing but junk? What brands are the best (i.e., I hear that Boudreaux’s “Butt Paste” is the best there is)?

    I’m starting to scout out Craigslist and eBay for deals (who the heck knew breast pumps were unbelievably expensive??? At least I can get new, in box items from eBay and save a few if I watch like a hawk!). If any of you have insights that you would share, we would be very grateful. Thanks!

    THE LIST

    Infant Care
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Safety For Infants

Saturday, February 26th, 2011 at 3:06 pm  
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Electric Blanket Safety

Author: Jamie Simpson

Over the years, electric blankets have become a lot safer, but there are a few safety tips to practise regarding electric blanket safety.

It’s advised that young children or infants should not use one. Pregnant women and diabetic patients should ask their doctors first before doing so. Patients with pacemakers should also talk to their physician.

When you buy a blanket, make sure you read all directions for the use and cleaning of it. Read the manufacturers label and instructional booklet. Be aware that some warming blankets should not be washed with water.

When you are not using your bedding, turn it off. Make sure that it is always kept flat when on as allowing it to “ball up” could present a fire hazard if the heat is concentrated in one area of the bed.

These heating products shouldn’t be used on a waterbed and do not allow your pets near them in case they damage themselves or the blanket by chewing the wires.

Keep alert for signs of wear and tear on your blanket and do not use it if you see any problems. Replace them every ten years and make sure any new ones you obtain are tested by agencies like Underwriters Laboratories. If you are using a second hand blanket you should take extra care in checking it over, although it is recommended that you invest in new ones that come with directions and warranties.

Turn off the blanket before you go to sleep unless it is made to be left on all night, some are. Store the blanket flat if possible or roll it up; try to avoid folding. Check before you dry clean your blanket as it could damage the heater wire insulation. Never used pins near it or sit on top of it either as the insulation can be punctured by a broken wire and cause hazards.

If you feel it’s necessary, have your blanket tested every so often; you can always check with the store where you bought it to find out about testing or servicing if you are having a problem.

It’s recommended that you don’t use a blanket that is more than ten years old. Look for an old BEAB safety mark, which is a round symbol.

Be diligent and use common sense and your blanket will work well and give you enjoyment for a long time. Check it frequently for fraying fabric, scorch marks, broken wires, and loose connections.

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/home-and-family-articles/electric-blanket-safety-1529930.html

About the Author

Electric blankets are made to a high standard, but it’s recommended that you check them to make sure they are in healthy working order, especially if they are old. Visit HSD to view a great selection of single electric blankets

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    Homemade toys for infants safety wise?
    Learning toys made from felt materials
    such as how to tie a shoe,zip,button,snap,hook ect.

    • ANSWER:
      There’s no reason that homemade toys to teach these basic “dressing up” skills couldn’t be constructed safely.

      Just make sure that small parts (such as buttons) cannot be detached from the toys; or use harmless analogues (felt buttons) or non-hazardous alternatives (e.g. big, unbreakable buttons).

  2. QUESTION:
    Can you cut your cats nails with infant safety scissors?
    I have an unopened package of infant safety scissors (that I do not intend on using for both baby and cats). They need their nails trimmed, and I cant afford to go buy ones specialized for animals right now. Will these work for them in a safe, comfortable way? I hope this doesn’t sound ridiculous! Thanks.

    • ANSWER:
      I have always used nail clippers. They are cheap and when they dull I get another pair. I have never ever used animal clippers or scissors. I don’t like the way they do the job and how they handle.

      R P CAT

  3. QUESTION:
    What sort of safety seats for infants do they use in China?Were traveling with a 1yo.Will an aussie seat be ok
    The aussie seats are teathered to an anchor point in the vehicle.

    • ANSWER:
      There are no rules or regulations for infants traveling in China,however for safety measures do adopt the Australian standards of road travel safety.

  4. QUESTION:
    How do you adjust a base on an infant safety 1st car seat?
    On the base that goes with my daughters car seat there is a handle that says pull to adjust base. I pulled it but it just went back in. Do I need to have the car seat in the base for it to work or what do I do? I’m not sure where the owners manual is.
    I dont want to use it with out the base it works just fine with the base. But there is a handle on the base that says pull to adjust and I was wanting to know how it adjusted it.

    • ANSWER:

  5. QUESTION:
    Which Double strollers fit Safety 1st infant seats?
    I am looking for a good double stroller in which I can fit in my already purchased (from previous child) infant seat. The infant seat that I have currently is a safety 1st and I would like to know which brands of double strollers can I use this seat on, other then the obvious safety 1st.

    • ANSWER:
      Well i dont know if this will help but we have one graco car seat and one safety first car seat. They both fit on an eddie bauer, safety first, graco, evenflo….Well any stroller ive tried them on. We now have an evenflo double stroller and both car seats fit on them. To be honest i think it would fit on just about any stroller…And you can always bring it along and try it out on the stroller before you buy it as well.
      Good Luck.

  6. QUESTION:
    Name at least three safety rules for infants.?

    • ANSWER:
      Do not let them sleep on their stomach.
      Do not shake them.
      Do not keep pillows or stuff animals in their cribs.
      They should face backwards when riding in a car.

  7. QUESTION:
    Does anyone know a good website to find out the safety ratings for infant car seats?
    I am looking into the Combi Zeus Convertible Car Seat but also want info on other infant seats. I have read recalls where some detached from the base during accidents.

    • ANSWER:
      There isn’t one – they do not release, or even give, safety ‘ratings’. In the US, car seats only get a pass/fail grade on tests. If its for sale – it passed. The only ratings you can possibly see are ease of use ratings, and they’re frequently not accurrate, b/c their biggest concern is often cost, regardless of how the seat works.

      Consumer Reports is not something you want to listen to for car seat advice. For one, they refuse to release how they do their tests, which as any scientist will say, makes their tests worthless b/c they can’t be repeated. And they frequently recommend seats that car seat techs say not to get. They don’t get the advice of any safety experts, nor do they have CPSTs (child passenger safety technicians) present during the tests.
      NHTSA EASE OF USE RATINGS:

      http://www.nhtsa.gov/portal/site/nhtsa/template.MAXIMIZE/menuitem.9f8c7d6359e0e9bbbf30811060008a0c/?javax.portlet.tpst=4427b997caacf504a8bdba101891ef9a_ws_MX&javax.portlet.prp_4427b997caacf504a8bdba101891ef9a_viewID=detail_view&itemID=c57b24b3b0d55110VgnVCM1000002fd17898RCRD&viewType=standard&detailViewURL=/portal/site/nhtsa/template.MAXIMIZE/menuitem.9f8c7d6359e0e9bbbf30811060008a0c/?javax.portlet.tpst=4427b997caacf504a8

      THE EXPERTS OPINION ON CONSUMER REPORTS:

      http://www.car-safety.org/faq.html#Q30

      http://www.car-seat.org/showpost.php?p=28181&postcount=7

      http://www.car-seat.org/showpost.php?p=28209&postcount=10

      http://www.car-safety.org/guide.html#cr

      http://www.car-seat.org/showpost.php?p=73943&postcount=17

      Is is pretty much universally agreed upon the Britax makes great seats – but they are not the only great ones out there. When figuring which seat to buy, don’t just look at what it costs, you have to figure in how long you’ll actually get to use it in the cost. Most 40lbs seats will be outgrown before the child hits 3 years old, so 3 years of use for 0 is not a great deal. Whereas the Marathon gets 5-6 years of use for 9 or less, much better deal along with being easier to use.

      The Combi Zeus is not a highly recommended seat, it is too small to last kids very long, with a very low rear facing weight limit. It will be coming out with a higher weight limit in early ’09. Currently, it only rear faces to a way too low 22lbs, compared to ALL other convertible car seats being 30-35lbs. And the top slots are only 13″ high, compared to the top slots of other seats, that’s paltry, and most kids would outgrow it rear facing at 4-5 months, and outgrow it forward facing by 1-2 years. overall, a sucky seat. If you want the turn feature and have the $$, look up the Orbit. Here’s what techs say about the Zeus: http://www.car-seat.org/showthread.php?t=49799&highlight=combi+zeus

      When shopping Remember these rules:
      1)the BEST seat is the one that fits your child, fits your car, and will be used correctly 100% of the time. (This is why convenience features DO make a difference and ARE worth the money!
      2)children need to stay rear facing as long as possible.
      Turning kids forward at 20lbs/1year is an outdated practice that could cost you your child’s life!
      A)A forward-facing child under 2 years old is 5 times more likely to be killed or seriously injured in a crash than a rear-facing child of the same age.
      B)A child’s vertabrae do not fully fuse until 3-6 years old, before then, she is at great risk for internal decapitation. The spinal column can stretch up to 2 inches in a crash BUT the spinal cord can only stretch up to 1/4 inch before it snaps and baby is gone.
      C)Current research suggests that children under the age of two years are 75 percent less likely to die or be seriously injured when they are riding rear facing.
      D)In a recent article from Injury Prevention, it was found that the odds of severe injury to forward facing children age 12-23 months old was 5.32 times higher than a rear facing child. (Car Safety Seats For Children: Rear Facing For Best Protection; Injury Prevention 2007; 13:398-402.)
      3)Once you do turn them forward facing, they need to stay in a 5 point harness as long as possible. 4 years/40lbs is the minimum for riding in a booster, and most 4 year olds have no business using one yet. If they can’t sit upright for an entire trip, they need the harness of a car seat still. And, even if they do sit properly, a 5 point harness is safer, so you want to keep them in one as long as possible. This is important to consider b/c most car seats only forward face to 40lbs.

      So…knowing all that, here’s some about specific seats. Don’t get a Graco Comfort Sport. Car seat techs call it the ‘crappysport’. LOL Its a crappy seat that won’t last your child very long b/c it has a really short shell. The straps twist all the time, and if they’re twisted they won’t support your child in a wreck properly. They’re hard to install. There’s nothing good about these seats except perhaps they’re cheap sometimes. Ditto the Safety1st 3-in-1/Cosco Alpha Omega/Eddie Bauer 3-in1 seats. These are all the same company – same seat, just different covers. They stink. Hard to install, b/c of narrow belt paths. Ever tried to wash a skinny cup by hand? Now imagine that skinny cup with pointy edges. That’s what putting your hand through these to install them is like. AND they have too short a shell to really go to 40lbs. And that’s another misleading thing the box says – 5-100lbs. What the box fails to mention (you don’t find out until reading the manual!) is that the harness only goes to 40lbs, NOT 100lbs! After 40lbs it must be used as a booster.And they do not make good boosters. Also, most kids have to use boosters until they’re at least 8 years old. Car seats expire 6 years after the date of manufacture, so no matter what they say it is NOT the last seat you’ll ever need to buy…Had to edit this part now, b/c Dorel has revamped the 3-in-1s, and if make sure you get an ALpha Omega Elite or 3-in-1 that specifically says up to 50lbs, its not a bad seat. The Triumph Advance and Britax Marathon install a heck of a lot easier, but the AOE is an ok option as long as its the new one.

      The Britax Marathon/Boulevard/Decathalon (These 3 are the same seat, just different features. The Marathon a wide open easy to route belt path, which makes using it correctly a lot easier, as do the built in lockoffs, which mean you never again have to use a locking clip. Because of the way the base is made, it fits in most cars. And, it is worth the money, b/c it lasts usually twice as long as most other car seats lasting a baby till they are 5-6 years old, where most at Walmart will only last till 2-4 years old. Rear faces to 33lbs, then forward to 65lbs. and top slots 17inches tall, lasts most kids to ages 5-6 years old.

      The Evenflo Triumph Advance (not the original Triumph, make sure it says Advance) is a great seat. Top slots 17″, harnesses to 35lbs rear facing, and 50lbs forward facing. Wide open belt path, easy to install. The harness adjusts at the front of the car seat, you don’t have to take the car seat out of the car just to raise/lower the straps. It has infinite harness adjustment so the harness always fits perfectly until its outgrown. You tighten and loosen the harness using knobs on the side of the seat. It can be used in a recline position even in forward facing mode.

      The Compass True Fit, same as First Years True Fit, is great too. 16.5 inch top harness slots, half inch shorter than the Britax Marathon and Evenflo Triumph Advance. Rear faces to 35lbs, forward faces to 65lbs, has built-in lockoffs, and you never have to rethread the harness to change harness height. The headrest is removable to fit better in smaller cars.

      WHY REAR FACING:

      http://www.carseat.org/Resources/633.pdf

      In the foreground is a forward facing seat, in the background a rear facing seat. You can see how much trauma the forward facing dummy has to endure. The rear facing child simply rides it out.

      http://www.oeamtc.at/netautor/html_seiten/kisitest_2002/videos/test2002/frontcrash/maxicosipriori.mpg

      Here’s another video. You can see how there is NO trauma to the baby, it simply sits there waiting for it to end.

      http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v163/jen_nah/carseats/?action=view&current=video06A_MGA_213_RearFace-Convertib.flv

      The story of a child who suffered severe injuries from being forward facing when he could’ve been rear facing:

      http://www.car-seat.org/showthread.php?t=59783

  8. QUESTION:
    Protocol/safety for infant on a long bus trip?
    I have a six month old infant and I need to go to Dallas to pick up my car. The best way to do this would be to take the bus to Dallas (4 hours 15 minutes according to Greyhound.com) and then drive my car back. I have no idea what the protocol for taking a young infant on a public bus is, especially for a long trip, and whether or not it is safe. Do I take her carseat? Do I hold her? How safe is it? Etc…Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      If you want to take her car seat you will need to pay for two tickets. Greyhound may have discounted prices for infants and children, so check into that. It is safest, of course, to take her car seat, and probably more convenient if it’s going to be a long trip. It will give her a place to sleep and make it so you don’t have to hold her the entire time.

      I know airlines allow lap riders, so I imagine that Greyhound does as well, but they might not. Check with them and see. It would be horrible to get there thinking that she can sit with you and then find out that she can’t. Typically taxis and buses don’t require infant restraints because they are hired transport, which means that you should be able to have her ride in your lap if you want to do that, but check to be sure anyhow.


Safety Equipment For Babies

Saturday, February 26th, 2011 at 2:14 pm  
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Car Safety Equipment

Author: SherlockSmeath

Automobile safety is a huge social issue that cannot be ignored. Car safety equipments and gadgets are very important for every car and car driver. Equipping your car with such safety accessories and gadgets will ensure you a safe drive, prevent your car from getting stolen and in addition to that your insurance premium rate will go down as well. These equipments are a necessity because accidents are part of life, and having such accessories will ensure a safe ride no matter what. Apart from doing the usual such as giving your car for regular maintenance, and checking small things before taking your car out such as lights, mirror, wind shield etc, you can fix such gadgets as well. With the help of advance technology we have some intelligent safety equipments today that will definitely aid you in an emergency situation and provide you maximum protection. These tips below will help you in making a decision if you are thinking about purchasing safety equipments.  

Steering wheel locking device

This kind of a device on the steering wheel such as the club can be installed. This kind of a car will make it very difficult for a thief to steal the car, as they can be removed only with the help of a key.

Anti-lock brakes (ABS)

This safety system will kick in when you press the brake pedal hard, it automatically stops the wheels locking up. This anti-lock brake controller is also called as CAB (Controller Anti-lock Brake). This helps you to brake at the same time steer the car giving you more control over managing the vehicle. It is basically designed to aid a driver while breaking, especially on slippery roads. In an emergency situation as soon as you hit the brakes, and try to turn, you will find that the steering isn’t working. Your car just skids out of control, this is because the wheels are locked up as you are pressing down on the brake pedal. Therefore you cannot steer properly, this ABS prevents such a situation from arising.

Tire locks

This is another very popular anti-theft device. There are several types of tire locks for cars, trailers, mini vans etc, to suit personal needs. A tire lock on your car will prevent the car from moving.

Traction control

Traction control system also known as TCS, is a software which is used to stabilize traction, whenever the grip of the car tire is slipping. The need for a traction control system is due to the slip of the vehicle’s wheels which will lead to loss of road grip this usually results in loss of steering control over the vehicle. They are mostly used in race cars and motorbikes, because of the high acceleration. At the same time just because a traction control safety system is installed does not mean one can drive in conditions beyond the drivers’ control. Installing traction control will not prevent vehicles from getting stuck in the snow either. This safety system only tries a vehicle’s wheels from spinning. Traction control is a must have if you are one who travels in bad whether often.

Tracking devices

Tracking devices are usually installed inside cars, to make sure the car is tracked in case stolen. These tracking devices are directly linked to a satellite, which will help determine the exact location of the car so that it can be recovered. They might be a little expensive, but you will thank your lucky stars for installing such a device in case unfortunately your car gets stolen. You can find a variety of such devices in the market the come in different ranges and have different features.

Air bags

Air bags provide additional safety along with seat belts; these are essential devices in every car. An airbag is nothing but a big soft air pillow located between the driver and the steering wheel. This safety option might seem like a simple device but it has saved the lives of thousands of people, in dire moments.

Crumble zones

Another amazing invention is the crumble zone or the crush zone. These refer to certain parts of a vehicle which are designed to crumple in case of a collision. As these areas crumble they absorb the intensity or energy of the collision, preventing the impact from being transmitted to those inside the vehicle. Such inventions like the crumble zone, air bags, padded interiors etc help to reduce the impact of the accident or collision.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    Would you take your 5 month old into a pool?
    My niece is turning 4 this weekend and my sister is throwing her a pool party at their home. My son is only 5 months old and we’re leaning towards not taking him into the pool at all. The first reason being that he’s so young and most sun screens are not recommended for babies 6 months and younger. I know we could still use a wide-brimmed hat, swim shirt and trunks, but he’s very fair skinned and I just don’t want him getting too much sun. The second reason being there will be plenty of 4-7 year olds there and they don’t always pay attention to babies. Even though my husband or I would be holding him or at his side the entire time, I just worry. Plus, all the floating activity centers that I’ve found are for 9 months plus like this one: http://www.swimways.com/baby-spring-float-activity-center-w-canopy-p-29.aspx

    So, would you take your 5 month old into a pool? If so, have you found any pool safety equipment for babies that young?

    • ANSWER:
      I definitely would take a 5 month old swimming. Its great fun for them and great for getting them used to water. You dont have to take him in for long and if you are holding him hes going to be fine.

  2. QUESTION:
    HELP i need a name for a new business?
    HELP i need a name for a new business making baby cot safety equipment all ideas appreciated.

    • ANSWER:
      Dreamsafe.

  3. QUESTION:
    Buying child home safety equipment..?
    I need to now start buying safety equipment for my home, like stair gates, plug socket protectors, fire guards etc.. which are all quite expensive. I was wondering if there is any help towards getting these as im a single parent on a very low income.

    i was made redundant whilst on maternity leave and my husband died before baby was born. i have had the sure start maternity grant but the £500 was spent on a cot, clothes, nappies, pram etc..

    if anyone knows of any schemes out there to help provide these will be great… else its walking around those charity shops in hope to find something..
    *reply to proud* do you have children? if so you should understand that all these things add up.. a stair gate may only be £30 but you need 2 for top and bottom of the stairs.. fire guard..another £30+.. then u need plug, door and corner protectors, cabinet locks for under sinks etc.. all adds up. you may be fortunate enough to say it doesnt cost alot.. but having to save up for all these things means that only my baby eats that week

    • ANSWER:
      In my area there is a project that’s council run and founded (I live in quite a deprived area), they actually contacted me and came to fit cupboard catches and stair gate etc. So if I were you I’d phone your local council and ask them as they provide these services in deprived areas because of the high infant mortality and accident rates.

      Oh or failing that you could join Freecycle on yahoo groups and ask for free safety equipment or look out for it.

      Good luck.

  4. QUESTION:
    manufacturers equipment for children, is it nessecary?
    Manufacturers are creating more and more equipment for parents to buy for their children. This equipment includes such items as car safety seats (essential to safety), playpens, walkers (essentially unsafe), baby gyms, baby monitors. These items vary in terms of how useful they are and how necessary they are. Equipment manufacturers would have parents believe that all equipment is both necessary and useful. In at least 300 words discuss whether pieces of equipment fill a need for infants or a desire for parents.

    • ANSWER:

  5. QUESTION:
    What are your thoughts on home birth vs. hospital birth?
    Just curious… a friend of mine brought this up. And me and her are on opposite sides with the issue. She believes in it, and I do not. We both agree, its up to the woman… but we both also would make a different decision.

    My thoughts… why make the birth that much more risky by being at home? In all honesty, I think that giving birth is a risk in itself… nobody can ever say they are 100% sure their birth will have absolutely no complications… because there is always always a chance of complications… and so, if its your baby… why increase the odds of the outcome of that babies health being effected by the environment they are born into? Why take the gamble, if there are complications and you are not in the hospital where certain medical equipment or doctors are required then you are increasing the odds of that baby not getting the proper medical care it needs… I mean, in all honesty… why not ensure your babies safety and care during or after birth by being in a hospital where you can be sure any complications can be dealt with or at least given the opportunity to be dealt with… and not only the baby, but proper care for the mother also in the case that her health is effected by the birth also…

    what do you think? just looking for your thoughts…
    josephine: had you have known? You would NEVER have known that, no matter what the circumstance… at what point did you know for for 100% that your baby didn’t need extra medical care? I guarntee you, that you did not know that until a while after birth. You will never ever know for sure whether or not your baby didn’t need extra care… thats the whole point of being in the hospital…
    Pippin: low risk or high risk… either way, there is ALWAYS going to be a risk when giving birth. No matter what happens in the 9 months prior, you can never bee 100% sure that there is a low risk of complications… like other women posted on here, many women hemorhhage, or have emerg c-sections when giving birth. Or even maybe the baby comes out of the womb with complications, and if you are not in a hospital where maybe say an incubator is immediately accessible… what is putting that baby in an ambulance for a ride to the hospital gonne help? Your only putting that baby at MORE risk by making it travel a distance to seek more medical attention.. if needed.
    Also… if the hospital you go to has no anesthesiologist or what not for birthing, then all the MORE reason to choose a hospital to give birth at so you can ENSURE you are in an environment where all medical eqiupment and care will be provided if required…
    TrueBlue: I’d like to know the source of the statistics you just posted… where did you find that information, exactly, please? My husbands family lives in Europe, and not one woman in his family has had a home birth…

    Please… site your source on that statistic. Im very curious where you got that percentage from?
    TrueBlue: you said ” “took the gamble” bc i researched the risks, found that they were very minimal, practically non existent, and opted for homebirth”

    Whether a risk is minimal or not… thats NOT the point.. A risk is a risk… no matter what… you are putting that baby at risk of not having access to proper medical equipment and care by having it in your home… and that you kept your baby inside the home for 6 weeks is a bit barbaric, to me. The probability for disease and infection in fact increases in the first weeks of birth, and I can only imagine what kind an unsterile environment your home is. So congratulations to you… you did not have complications during birth… but if you had any complications, how could you live with yourself knowing you increased the odds of that babies outcome simply because you thought the risk was “minimal”

    FYI… toxemia, cords wrapped, incubation, small babies… these are all things that cannot be know beforehand.
    And just so you know… childbirth is VERY different than taking a #2… its also different than sex…

    haha.. your actually comparing childbirth to taking a poop… haha!
    True blue: Congratulations, you cited an opinionated book about birth. Where you get your so-called factual information, is not factual… thats someones OPINION. Let me know when you can find a statistic on what you said… and someones opinion doesn’t backup a fact.

    • ANSWER:
      If it is the first child, absolutely no way in hell.
      Subsequent births tend to go smoother, maybe then.

      The REASON home-birth have less complications etc.. is because they screen for problems and refuse to do home-births that are high-risk.

  6. QUESTION:
    How to pick a car seat? Convertible or infant to start?
    It seems a little silly to purchase two seats in just a few months, but I’m wondering if the infant ones are safer or something?
    Also, where can you find the safety ratings for baby gear? I tried consumer reports and apparently you have to pay and subscribe. Surely you don’t have to pay to know the safety of the equipment you need to purchase!!!
    Thanks girls, really appreciate any help here! I went looking yesterday and was so confused….
    Geez Derek easily offended? I think it’s pretty obvious I wasn’t trying to upset anyone. You’re moodier than me and I’m pregnant, lol!!

    • ANSWER:
      The only time an infant bucket seat is safer than a convertible is if baby is on the smaller side (>5 to around 7lbs) Otherwise all seats have to pass the same tests for rear facing, then a different test for forward facing with convertible seats.

  7. QUESTION:
    Child Development Coursework Questionnaire?
    Please can you answer the following child safety questions for my chilld development coursework. thank you

    1.How many children do you have?
    2.what are their ages?
    3.What safety equipment do/Did you have from the following?-door stoppers, baby monitors, car seat, pushchair, safety gates, raincovers, parasols, cat nets, play pens, socket covers, ciupboard locks, fire guard, reins, baby themometer, hifh chair, bed guard and any other safety equipment you have
    4.Which one was the most useful?
    5.Which one was the least useful?
    6.do you find safety equipment expensive?
    7.Does this stop you from buying it?
    8.has your child ever had an accident because you didn’t have the safety equipment to prevent it?
    9.What piece of equipment was this?
    10.If yes did you go out and buy the piece of safety equipment that could have prevented the accident afterwards?
    11.has your child ever had an accident even though you had the safety equipment that should have prevent it?
    12.if yes what piece of equipment was it?
    13.Was their any piece of safey equipment you wish you had had?
    if yes why didn’t you have it?

    Thank you for answering my questions it is a great help for my GCSE coursework.
    Just to let you know this is not my homework, its research and I need it to be done, you are not doing my homework. I have to colect informtation then evaluate my results. At the moment I am just collecting my research

    • ANSWER:
      1.How many children do you have? THREE
      2.what are their ages? NINE, SEVEN, THREE
      3.What safety equipment do/Did you have from the following?-
      door stoppers, baby monitors, car seat, safety gates, play pens, socket covers, cupboard locks, baby thermometer, high chair, bed guard
      4.Which one was the most useful? BABY MONITOR
      5.Which one was the least useful? BED GUARD
      6.do you find safety equipment expensive? NO
      7.Does this stop you from buying it? NO
      8.has your child ever had an accident because you didn’t have the safety equipment to prevent it? NO
      9.What piece of equipment was this? N/A
      10.If yes did you go out and buy the piece of safety equipment that could have prevented the accident afterwards? N/A
      11.has your child ever had an accident even though you had the safety equipment that should have prevent it? NO
      12.if yes what piece of equipment was it? NO
      13.Was their any piece of safey equipment you wish you had had?YES, TOILET AND REFRIDGERATOR LOCKS
      if yes why didn’t you have it? COULDN’T FIND ANY

  8. QUESTION:
    should I report this person to social services ?
    I have a friend (lets call her M) that has been looking after her nephew for more or less 7 – 8months, the reason being baby’s father is not around and mother (lets call her L) claims she can’t look after him because she already has one child and has another on the way .. L has said she wants to sign baby over to M but won’t do it until her third child is born – which is a while away yet – because then she would be losing baby’s benefits. So the way I look at it, L is more concerned about the money she’s gettin for baby than baby himself, and I have advised M to either tell L to take responsibility and raise baby herself or report L to social services, tell them the situation and have them deal with it.

    It seems unfair to me that M has been looking after this child for most of his life and paying for baby’s stuff (clothes, food, safety equipment, nappies etc) when she has a very low income herself and her own family to provide for.

    Do you think its a good idea to call up social services and tell them about the situation ??
    I understand its not really my business but I’m really concerned, there is plenty of proof that baby has been with M for several months because she’s been taking him to the doctors the whole time and she has family and friends that can vouch for her, i think she may also have messages from L asking to ‘keep baby for a little longer’ – except ‘a little longer has turned into almost 8 months. L says she is willing to sign over baby legally AFTER her next one is born, which is around 6months away yet, and the only reason M hasn’t already been to social services is because she’s afraid of the backlash from L (she’s quite aggressive) L apparently told her social workers that she wants to adopt baby to M but then backed out and said she is not sure whether she can give her baby up or not (which to b honest is a load of bull because she hasn’t seen him for most of his life) but we all know it’s because she’l stop receiving benefits for him, she annoys me to no end and is taking advantage of M

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Types Of Wide Pet Gates

Author: Wishbone

Pet Gates are the easy and affordable way to restrict access to certain areas of your home from kids, dogs, and cats. A pet gate can be placed at the top or the bottom of a stairway. A pet gate can be placed by the kitchen door way, or any other doorway that needs a gate. Pet gates are not solid walls; hence your pet can see through the gate and still be part of the activity in the other room. But when you have a jumping dog or a tall dog, you need pet gate that is wide and long enough to accommodate all necessary space you have to cover to protect or off-limit your kids or pets. This PetStreetMall article about wide pet gates will give you enough knowledge and options on selecting the best pet gate that will suits your needs, but still suitable style to your home.

Elongate Pet Gate. Elongate pet gate is one of the most sought-after pet gates on the market today! It is popular due to its extra wide gate feature and heavy-duty performance that you can rely on. Elongate is a durable extra wide gate for dogs, pets or children. Since its wide panel is extendable, you have the option to place it anywhere you want and you can easily adjust it depending on the room dimension. Elongate wide dog gate is also ideal for a pet owner who wants to maintain the orderliness inside the home while letting pets enjoy their freedom. With elongate pet gate, your pet dog can enjoy roaming around the house without comprising the safety of your baby and other family members at home. Certainly, elongate pet gate is intentionally made to organize and sanitize our home.

Using the latest in European technology, each A‰longate is constructed of heavy tubular steel with a non-toxic white plastic coating. The G60 has an attractive, simple design that complements any decor. The size between bars for this gate are 2 ¾ inches. This gate comes with hardware to mount it on any solid surface. You need additional Installation kit(s) if you mount the gate on other surfaces. The basic Elongate dog gate is 29 1/2″ high and fits openings of 48″ to 60″ wide. Optional 24″ extensions can expand this gate up to 13 feet! Having an elongate wide dog gate also gives you the advantage to prevent spreading an infectious disease that your dog might bring inside your home. Using an elongate pet gate will also stop your dog from entering the kitchen or your private room. It is also safe because of its fire resistant feature.

Configuregate Pet Gate. Do you have odd-shaped space or irregular rooms that does not have mounting points straight across that you need to put gate? THe Congfigurate pet gate is the best solution. This KidCo expandable pet gate is the answer to many common problems like gating across a driveway or putting the G-80 configure gate across a garage door opening. It is the only fully expandable pet gate that requires no support in the center on very long lengths.

The Configure gate pet gate is the only “build your own” gate system and needs to be wall mounted to be strong and safe. Three 24″ interlocking sections adjust in 10° increments and can be angled or set in a straight line as needed. Included in the three piece basic pet gate set is a walk through gate section that opens easily in either direction with a one hand adult release. At 29½” high, it’s great for both children and pets.

Wide Stairway Swing Dog Gate. Have wide stair? This perfectly functional, durable and easy to use gate is ideal to keep the kids in or out! This gate is ideal for top of the stairs safety, and has a new secure child proof finger latch design. In addition to its functionality, this gate is aesthetically. Perfect for securing stairs and other locations while the deluxe wood gate adjusts easily to doorways 28” 42” wide and is 30” high. The gate swings in, out or both ways with swing control hinge. Perfect for securing stairs and other locations. 30″ high deluxe wood gate adjusts easily to doorways and stairways 46″-63″ wide – over 5 feet!

Extra Wide Swing Dog Gate. For large opening that are often difficult to close off, the solution is the NS Extra-Wide Swing Gate that offers perfect security for your child or pet. An elegant wooden design gate swings in, out or both ways with swing control hinge. It is made of a durable, deluxe wood, perfect for any home decor. Easily adjusts to doorways 28″ to103″ wide-over 8.5′, height is 27″. This product don’t work on slam spaces, the smallest opening it can work with is 5 feet (57 in.). It is great for blocking off a porch or other wide areas.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    Do they make a baby safety gate to fit a space 170cm wide?

    The widest that I can find is 151cm :(

    • ANSWER:
      Yes it is called a play pen. U should get one if u have a baby. They work well for young pups,kittens too..

  2. QUESTION:
    Please help, I need a metal wall mounted safety gate that is wide AND tall.?
    I have been looking everywhere but can not find what I need. I need a pet or baby gate that expands at least to 50 inches and is at least 38 inches high if not higher. I need it to be metal and prefferably wall mounted with a walk through door. Someone help!! Everything I am finding doesn’t span the opening in my house.

    • ANSWER:
      This is the closest I could find to your specifications. You may have to have one custom made.

      http://www.showeryourbaby.com/suandsemeexg.html

  3. QUESTION:
    Have you or anyone you know bought this baby gate?
    I need to buy a babygate for my daycare, from my dining room to living room, (the doorway is about 50 inches across) so I was looking online for a wide one. I found one but I’m unsure if I should get it since it has no reviews. Do you or anyone you know have the following gate? Would you recommend it?

    http://www.child-safety-gates.com/scstore/p-1031544BB.html

    thank u so much!

    • ANSWER:
      It’s ok–it has a spring sort of tightener (think tension rod), so it’s really easy to push it over. I’d go for a better one.

  4. QUESTION:
    Evenflo Vs Safety First?
    Are they the same company? Every time I search for the Safety First portable extra wide mesh baby gate I get results for one from Evenflo.. I have yet to go tot he store to see if this Evenflo is the same one as the Safety First so I wondered if they (the companies) are one in the same?
    WOOPS!! I meant One Step Ahead! lol
    WOOPS!! I meant One Step Ahead! lol

    • ANSWER:
      I searched One steap ahead and got results for Evenflo. Maybe its because Im in Mexico (maybe same brand different products) but here Evenflos products have turned out horribly for me. I wouldnt recommend it.

  5. QUESTION:
    I need a gate for the top of my stairs. Does anyone have any suggestions?
    I have a 7 month old who will be crawling any day now, so I need a safety gate that fits a wide opening. The problem is that I have a super fat cat that will not be able to jump the gate to get to her litter box. Does anyone have any suggestions on who to make my stairs off limits for my baby but still accessible to my cat?

    • ANSWER:
      unfortunately, i think u will have to move the litter box; have never seen ones with wide enough bars for a fat cat and if they did, u might have baby’s head stuck in it…
      i love my dream baby gates; they come with extensions, but you can buy more if you need them and i think although they do pressure mount, that you also get the hardware to bolt them into the wall for stairs and such…
      they are very tall, the ones i have, so i feel like they will be able to be used longer

      http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2632199

      we have them in white, but the black is pretty too…and they do have the hardware for stairs, i read on there while looking them up…

  6. QUESTION:
    I still don’t have a solution for baby proofing my windows?
    So, I have been off and on thinking of a baby proof solution for my windows. I have a bit of time, maybe a few months before I really have to get serious about it. We live on the second story of a duplex.

    They have screens but screens are not sufficient in safety. And we MUST have them open in the summer because we have no AC and it gets hot here.

    We do not want to use the burglar bars on them. We feel they are a fire hazard because we only have one door going in and out of the house, if we are to block the windows with bars we could become trapped in an emergency.

    I have not been able to find anything that will work.

    We have several large and tall windows that are only about 1 1/2 to 2 feet off the floor. The largest ones span about 5-6 feet wide. The largest ones are in the living room. The smaller ones we are going to use the baby window guards. But they will not work on the ones that are about 6 feet wide. The windows are also very tall, we have vaulted ceilings and they go up to the top of the ceiling.

    The windows have no ledges or ridge of any kind that I can use a baby gate in them and the baby proofing window guard is not long enough… They are close enough to the ground that when he is walking (which will be soon) he could reach them with no problem.

    I thought about using mesh but will that hold well? How will I keep it on there? My son is a bruiser and very strong… If I were to try to put some mesh over the window I am certain he could rip them out.

    I have heard about kids being killed falling out of windows and I just worry that they could be a hazzard.

    Does anyone have any suggestions other than burglar bars? And I would use gates if I had a place to put them in to over the wondow but there is no ledge…

    Any ideas? Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      Http://onestepahead.com has a plexiglass type guard that is meant for stair railings so kids cannot fall through. What if you put some of that across the bottom 2 feet or so of the big windows? You could put it up a few inches so you could crack the window. Look for the “no climb deck guard”.

  7. QUESTION:
    we have an open-plan house, how do we stop baby going into places we don’t want him to?
    we really need one to stop him getting into the kitchen, the gap is only about a metre wide since we have a couch to block of the rest, but there isn’t really anywhere to attach a safety gate, advice please

    • ANSWER:
      I used to just put my son exasaucer or walker ( with it locked ) in front of my kitchen area. We have a gate but its just a pain to climb over it all the time.

  8. QUESTION:
    Slimmer Safety Gates?
    Ive looked at mothercare, kiddicare, asda, argos, tesco and babies r us in UK but they all seem to be for minimum 75cm wide frame and my door frame is 70cm wide!
    Does anyone know of any slimmer gates?
    I would prefer a pressure fixed one apposed to one you fix to the wall and I would like one that opens and closes rather than one you’ve to step over ( I’m picky lol!)

    • ANSWER:
      I had the exact same problem and i also only wanted pressure fix.

      I went into so many shops and got nowhere, however i did get one from the mothercare website (they dont carry this one in store) In fact it was so slim i ended up needing extensions.

      It was motheracres own brand.

      Check on line and best of luck x


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