(NAPSI)-Whether you have a new baby on the way or a little one just learning to walk, it is important to arm yourself and your home with basic safety essentials.
There is a variety of home- safety products that will turn your house into a safe haven for little ones, all at wallet-friendly prices. Below are a few important baby- proofing tips.
• Crib Safety. As babies sleep upwards of 15 hours per day, the most important place in the home for babyproofing is the crib. Christiane Lemieux, mother of two and designer of DwellStudio for Target, offers these great tips: "With all the cute baby gear available today, parents can find it hard to resist having too many accessories. When decorating the nursery, parents should always think safety first, especially in the crib. Rather than placing a lot of items inside the crib, which can be dangerous for baby, accessorize throughout the nursery instead. Fun items such as wall shelves, wall decals and bookcases can be used throughout the space. And don't forget about the floor-this is where a lot of playtime is spent. I always tell parents that while stuffed animals are cute and cuddly, they're the most common suffocation hazard, so make sure you keep them out of your baby's crib."
• Keep Kitchens Safe. The stove is one of the most hazardous places in any home. Parents can use a stove guard that provides a physical barrier on the stovetop to prevent little ones from reaching pan handles and hot pots. Knob covers that immediately disable a hot burner are also a great way to protect children from kitchen accidents.
• Cover sharp edges. The sharp corners on furniture and home accents, such as fireplaces, are of main concern for parents. Secure protective padding around all sharp edges to steer children clear of bumps and bruises. Table edge guards are just $19.99 and are available at Target.