Being aware of toddler safety is a big part of our job as parents. But it can be tricky to balance a young child’s desire to explore with a parent’s need to keep the child safe. As parents, we know that toddlers often forget the rules about safety. And scolding them can make the forbidden item or place seem even more attractive. We want to enjoy our children, but if we spend most of our time worrying about toddler safety, then no one is having fun. Here are some tips to keep your toddler safe in the kitchen.
* Keep matches and lighters out of reach
* Install safety latches on all doors and cabinets, especially where cleaning products and medicines are located
* Remove all small magnets from the refrigerator; small items can easily be lodged in a toddler’s throat
* Move all glass items in the refrigerator to the higher shelves
* Use the back burners on the stove and turn all pot handles towards the back of the stove
* Lock all cabinets and drawers containing glass, knives, scissors, and other small objects
* Keep electrical cords that are connected to cooking appliances out of reach
* Keep containers that have hot drinks inside away from the edge of tables
* Do not place hot fluids on tablecloths in case the child pulls on the tablecloth
* Never hold or pass hot liquids over your child
* Dispose of any plastic grocery bags and dry cleaning bags immediately; these can cause suffocation
* Lock the kitchen door, or use a safety gate to prevent children going into the kitchen, especially when no one is around
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