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Kid-Proofing (room by room): What's been stopping our little climber

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Our 9 month old thinks he can keep up with his toddler brother trying to climb and get into everything. No generic "childproofing kit" had everything we actually needed for inside and outside the house. This list is organized room by room with the lo...
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Inside Spaces

A few things don't belong to just one room like doors, stairs, and general coverage that applies throughout the home no matter where your little one wanders.

 
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This has saved us a handful of times. We have them EVERYWHERE! Just a sticker and easy to move if needed.
30 Pcs Clear Baby Corner Protectors, L&Spherical
 
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I am switching all of my covers over to these!
Babepai 38-Pack White Child Proof Outlet Covers
 
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I had these, but they are so hard to remove when you need the outlet. For the outlets we don't use often it works great!
Safety 1st Electrical Outlet Baby Proof Covers 72 Pack
 
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Best purchase we have made for our adventurer. It has saved our little guy so many times as he navigates his balance and gives me such piece of mind. Its so lightweight, machine washable, available in 23 different designs and adjustable. A must purch...
Baby Head Protector Backpack for Falling
 
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Makes sneaking out of the room quiet when baby is sleeping. No slamming doors and is aesthetically appealing.
Door Silencer Quiet Closer Cushion, Pack-3

Bathroom

Slippery surfaces, an open toilet, and a vanity full of things you don't want little hands in — the bathroom needs its own game plan separate from the rest of the house.

 
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Item is effective for its intended purpose but may not be an essential item to purchase. It has a good suction but is difficult to take off and may damage the seat. Installation is quick; no tools needed. Helps keep seat closed from hands and toys go...
Toilet Locks Baby Proof 2-Pack with Arm
 
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My little one wants to stand by the water and this has protected him from hitting his head and hindered him from putting his fingers up the faucet opening.
Skip Hop Baby Bath Spout Cover Universal Fit MOBY Grey
 
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Bathtime just got safer. So happy we got this. It adds a little cushion when playing in the tub. Easy to add or remove.
StopShroom STBLU232 Universal Stopper Plug Cover for Bathtub, Bathroom and Kitchen Drains, Aqua
 
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No slipping and sliding in the tub! These mats come in over 20 prints, easy to clean, great suction, and best on a smooth surface. We have had the same one for years and it adds so much to a fun bath night.
Non-Slip Kids Bathtub Mat 39.3x15.7 BPA Free

Living Room

Once they're pulling up on furniture and cruising along the couch, the living room stops being a lounge space and starts being an obstacle course you need to secure ahead of time. They see it as an indoor playground!

 
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Repurposed to protect littles from hard or sharp edges on furniture. Cut to size. Kind with tape is needed to stay in place!
Duck Brand Foam Pipe Covers, 0.75in x 1ft, 6pk
 
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Inexpensive game changer. Keep your lamps, cords, picture frames, decorations or other items on the table or a shelf you dont want little hands to move.
Museum Wax 2 oz (2-Pack) for Collectibles
 
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As much as I don't like holes in the wall, secure furniture around kids is more important.
Furniture Anchors 10 Pack, Anti-Tip Furniture Straps for Baby Proofing | Detachable Furniture Wall Anchor for Quick Release, Earthquake Straps Secure Dresser, Cabinet, Drawer Up to 400 Lbs, White

Kitchen

The kitchen is like a curiosity zone with cabinet and drawer opening and exploring everything inside. To little ones, it all become fair game the second they can reach.

 
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Reviews sold me. Perfect for the lower cabinet and drawers (not just in the kitchen/bathroom or laundry room too). User friendly and NO DRILL! I didn't want to loose the magnet like the other popular choice and struggled to open the push latch ones.
Child Safety Cabinet Locks, White
 
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Our range knobs are on top, but a friend had these and I thought it was genius. I tried to open it and it was simple. She said it has been so nice even for the adults to be sure you don't move the dial on accident.
Safety 1st Child Proof Clear Stove Knob Covers