Safety Tips for Toddlers Up to 4 Years of Age

As children begin to learn to walk, they will have an increased risk of getting hurt. They also have an increased risk of getting into household accidents. This means that parents have to work doubly hard to ensure their toddlers safety. Here are some safety tips to keep in mind if you have a toddler up to the age of 4 or so.

Try To Keep The Toys Off Of Furniture

Where do you little ones love to climb the most? Did you say on top of the bed or sofa? On top of furniture is the favorite place for children to climb. This means you should try your best to keep the toys off the furniture. This will help keep the child from getting hurt as he is trying to get onto the sofa and will also keep the toys from falling on top of him.

Using Drawers As Steps

Your toddler may want to see what is on top of that chest. To him, the easiest way to do this is by using the drawers as steps. If you ever see him trying to do this, quickly stop him and quickly scold him. This is a very dangerous endeavor that you don't want him to try.

Teach Your Child TO Hold Your Hand Around Cars

Your child is fast. Yet, cars can be faster. For this reason, try your best to teach your child to hold your hand in and near parking lots, parked cars, etc. Also remember your child is very small and is not easily seen by motorists.

Make Your Stove A Kids Free Zone

Teach your child to stay away from the stove. One way to do this is by placing some tape 3 feet around your stove. Now teach your child to stay away from this area. This can help prevent your child from becoming burned while you are cooking and can prevent him from accidentally turning on those stove or oven knobs.

Cover Up Those Outlets

Place covers over your electrically outlets that are not being used. This can keep little fingers from sticking things in those cute holes.

Keep Hazards Items Away From your Child

Lock up and put away all hazards items. This includes: medications, cleaning supplies, and all toxic substances.

Yes, it can be a full time job now to keep your child safe and out of harm's ways. Yet, it is worth it if your child stays accident free.

Sources:

safekids.org