The trick to keeping a safe environment for your toddler is to stay one step ahead of them at all times. By spotting dangers before an injury happens, you can protect your children from harm and protect yourself from stress and heartache. A toddler’s bedroom should be a safe haven for them. Follow these tips to make sure that’s really the case.

* Use a safe crib with a snug fitting mattress that cannot get pulled away from the corners. You should not be able to fit more than two fingers between the edge of the mattress and the crib
* Make sure the crib has no areas with gaps more than 2 inches so the child’s head cannot get stuck
* If possible, don’t place the crib near or under a window. If the crib is placed near the window, ensure that all windows are securely latched or use a window guard. A toddler can climb out of the crib and through the window
* Remove all drapery and blind cords from around the crib. These can lead to strangulation deaths
* Never lock a toddler into a room
* Make sure closets can be opened from the inside, so that your toddler doesn’t get locked in

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