Place soft rubber covers on faucets that are within the baby's reach.Secure the toilet lid (and garbage can lid) down with a quality latch like the Munchkin ExtraGuard Latches, which we've had great success with.Secure the bathroom cabinets and drawers, just like in your kitchen (above).The good news is that there's really nothing special here in terms of products. So even if you think you'll just keep the bathroom door closed, we suggest fully babyproofing your bathroom. Realistically, either you will forget to close the door or your baby will figure out how to turn the knob (we have advice for that below). ![]() The bathroom is typically easier than the kitchen because you can simply close the door to prevent your baby from entering. ![]() The bathroom has very similar risks to the kitchen, but also include the toilet and bathtub (or shower). It will become a great play space for your baby while you're cooking or cleaning up in the kitchen! Childproofing Bathrooms We review play kitchens here, but the cheaper option is to empty a lower kitchen cabinet and throw in some empty tupperware containers and big spoons for your baby to play with. We also want to point out that we've had great success in providing your baby and toddler with a kitchen cabinet of their own, or an entire play kitchen of their own to experiment with. Also realize that any cords that dangle off the counter are both tempting and dangerous, so be sure to keep the cords tucked behind the small countertop appliances and push them to the back of the counter. This becomes especially important when making sure there is nothing dangerous (hot, sharp, heavy) within reach on the counter. ![]() Remember that while something might not be within reach for a crawling or pulling-to-stand baby, it might become within reach when they are in an exersaucer, walker, high chair, or anything else that increases the height of their reach. Consider installing a switch cover to prevent the switch from being accidentally flipped, or unplugging the disposal entirely (under the sink).
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