1. Be very particular about the kind of toys you give to your baby. Although every toy box will have the appropriate age limit marked on it, it is still advisable to ensure that there are no small parts that can be taken off the toy that would pose choking risk.
2. You want to make sure that none of your baby’s toys use the small rounded button batteries. Studies show that every year cases of more than 2500 kids swallowing these batteries are reported in the US alone.
3. Because your little one is curious and would want to put any and everything in his mouth (toys including), you have to make sure that his toys are made of non-toxic materials. So even if he puts them in his mouth, it poses no risk to him at all.
4. Never let your baby play on the bed unless it is well or you supervise your baby during that time. It is very likely that your baby will fall off the bed or any elevated surface during play.
5. Have a separate play area for your baby with a safety mat so that even if your baby falls, the risk of hurting himself is greatly reduced.
6. If you have older kids (toddlers), if you give them any bike to play with, make sure they have their safety gear like on and that they play within the boundaries of your house or in a park where access to motor vehicles is not allowed.

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1. Make sure that all the doors in your house have door holders or door stoppers. This will help protect your baby’s fingers from being squished in the doors.
2. If you have loose electric wires anywhere in the house that is under easy reach of your baby, either use device or hide them behind furniture.
3. Any and every electrical appliance like blow dryers, toasters, heaters etc should always be unplugged and out of reach of your baby, no matter how small or big.
4. If you have a crawling baby or a toddler, it is wise to install at the top and bottom of stairs in your house. This will prevent unnecessary falling and hurting.
5. Keep your child out of the kitchen as much as possible. This will prevent the risk of your baby grasping sharp-edged utensils.
6. Use or keep them at a place that is inaccessible by your baby.

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1. If you use a bathtub for your baby, always make sure that it is filled with water only to cover your baby’s legs. In that case, even if the baby slips there is no risk of him getting his face covered with water.
2. If your baby is too young, bathing him too hot or too cold water would not advisable. Ensure that the water is lukewarm. If you don’t know how to test, use a – the temperature of the water should be between 96 and 100 degrees F.
3. When you bathe your baby, please make sure that you have put around the bathtub or the bathing area. Slipping is reported to be one of the common causes of injury to not only the baby but also the person who bathes the child.
4. Bathe your baby away from the taps and faucets as they are likely to cause injury to the head. If you have to, then put over the spouts.
5. It is always advised to never leave your baby unattended in the bathroom. Even if your baby is a toddler who ‘wants to take a bath on his own’, there has to be constant supervision in the bathroom come what may.
6. If your faucets happen to get hot when the hot water runs, it is advisable to use faucet covers to prevent the risk of burns.
7. When in the bathroom, make sure all the electrical outlets are out of reach of your baby to avoid any.

1. When taking your baby out in the car, you must have a for the little one. It is not only safe for your baby, but also lets you travel comfortably.
2. It is advisable to use a car seat that is rear-facing as they are known to be safer as opposed to front-facing car seats.
3. Always use safety belts on shopping carts if you ever happen to take your baby along. It offers the much needed safety and will keep your child from falling.
4. Always carry a as direct exposure to sun is never a good idea. Also, consult your pediatrician for a sunscreen that you could use for your baby.
5. Always keep your baby away from the main road area.
6. If you are using a for your baby, always ensure that he is tied securely with a safety harness. No point buying a pram with no harness. Invest in good buys only.
7. If you are taking your baby to play in a garden or park, always be vigilant as to not let him put small pebbles or stones in mouth as they can cause choking hazard.

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So these are the basic safety precautions that you must always exercise with your baby at all times. Although this is not an exhaustive list of safety tips, yet they cover mostly all of the things that need to be taken care of if you have a little one in the house.

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