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Universal Sliding Outlet Plate Cover

2010-09-19T16:22:00.002-07:00

Universal Sliding Outlet Plate Cover, 3 pk $12.50

A universal sliding outlet plate. Works for both Standard and Decorator outlets. White. 2 screws. 3 pack.

Kiddy Guard

2010-09-19T16:22:00.001-07:00

Safe-Lok™ w/Quick Disable, 6 pk $8.00

This latch offers two way protection. It prevents access to drawers and cabinets & guards against pinched fingers. Safe-Lok new design allows you to easily disable the latch when it is not needed.

ConfigureGate

2010-09-19T16:22:00.000-07:00

ConfigureGate – 3 part gate to fit your design $135.00

This gate allows you to create any size and any shape gate you want! This wall mounted, walk-through gate forms angles to fit any irregular areas. The included door system is designed to open either way and opens with one hand. Surround stairways, entryways, even exercise equipment! The baby gate comes with three 24" sections and measures 72"L x 29 1/2"H.
Additional sections are available in 8" or 24" for larger openings. Sections can be angled in 10 degree increments. No more than three sections should be set in a straight line for stability. Made of tubular steel with a non-toxic, white powder coated finish. This gate is the strongest when its sections are set on an angle or slight curve.

Center Gateway

2010-09-16T20:15:00.000-07:00

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Safe-Lok Drawer Latch

2010-09-16T20:14:00.001-07:00

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Safety eBook

2010-09-16T20:14:00.000-07:00

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Play Den

2010-09-16T20:08:00.000-07:00

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Door Stop

2010-09-16T20:07:00.001-07:00

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Bath Rail

2010-09-16T20:07:00.000-07:00

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Ways To Make Your Child Feel Special

2010-09-06T13:30:00.000-07:00

According to Leigh Leverrier, a family life coach in the Washington, D.C., area, who says, "Children feel special when they are respected, noticed, listened to, and heard." This can be as straightforward as hearing "what your child says and mirroring back what you hear to acknowledge his or her thoughts," Leverrier adds.

Create little morning moments

First thing in the morning can be a wonderfully effective time to connect with children, especially when they're going to school and won't get to see you all day.

~Walk her fingers over his legs and feet to wake him up.

~Take your child’s feet, puts one up to your ear and the other in front of your mouth, and talk to your child’s tummy and head. Ask the tummy, “when they think he will wake up.”

~Spend a little quality time each morning with your child having coffee and hot coco/milk together.

~Watch your child’s favorite morning show instead of the news. Turn on Sesame Street, Nick Jr., or Sprouts.

Snuggle and cuddle

Karen Maezen Miller, says that physical touch is essential to making your child feel connected and special. "Take every opportunity to impart security and steadfast love with the pure joy of your physical touch: a hug, a tickle, a single finger to hold onto. Get close," she says.

~Take the time when your child falls asleep in your bed or in our arms as to snuggle.

~Story time is a great time to cuddle and snuggle with a good book.

Make up special stories

Children love being the center of our attention. If your child has the chance for just a moment to be the hero in her own story, it will likely become her favorite bedtime story.

~Create a story about your child. Use photos and props.
~Create a s story about your child’s favorite toy, stuff animal, or blanket. Make it come to life. Give it a voice and personality.

Ask for help

It's all too easy to treat a child like a child and do everything for him. But including him in your tasks can instantly make him feel important and special.

~Let your child choose what's for dinner now and then.

~Let them add items to the grocery basket while shopping.

~Allow them to pick out their clothes, dress themselves and walk out the door with it on.

~They could help out in the yard when dad is mowing or mom is planting.

Break the rules

Kids love to break rules. Sometime its innocent and fun.

~ Imagine how fun it would be just to have waffles for dinner.

~Let them stay up past bedtime and watch a movie with Mommy or Daddy.
~Give them a skip school and work day once a year if they keep their grades up.
~Go get ice cream after dinner when everyone in the family is having a bad day
~Let your child have a brownie for breakfast.

Use your words

Parenting experts agree that while it might feel most natural to say "I love you" or "I'm proud of you," focusing on the you instead of the I can make your child feel special.

"If you want to raise your children's self-esteem, you don't want them to be overly concerned about your pride," explains parenting expert Marilyn Suttle in Michigan. "Try focusing on their own pride by saying something like, 'You must feel so proud of yourself!' "

~Repeat positive thoughts and ideas such as: You can do it, I will help, It's okay to take your time.
~Another fun way to acknowledge your children is to let them hear you praise their good behavior in front of the people they love and admire.
~Mention their achievements at the dinner table.

And just pay attention to the little things

No matter what, parenting experts agree that sometimes it's the smallest, simplest things that make our children feel so good.

~Make your kids feel special by giving them unique nicknames: "Pumpkin Doodle "The Muffin Man" and "Mr. Giant."
~Put notes around the house, car, in their back pack, or under their pillow just to say hi.

~Get involve with your child’s after school activities or/and field trips.
~Stop whatever you are doing for 5 minutes and play, read, and tickle your little one when asked.
~ Notice what they like and get involved. If you know your children like dancing to a certain commercial. Dance with them when that commercial comes on. Or sing along to let your child aware that you notice their favorite commercial/song is on.

~Even just using the word "special" can make your child feel special.

Trikes and Bikes

2010-09-04T10:44:00.000-07:00

It is always exciting to watch your child climb onto their first trike/bike and pump the pedals as the wheels spin. But this is fast forwarding to the happy ending. This story starts in front of a computer and not outside. You first need to shop for that perfect bike. How do you know when it is the right time to get your child a bike? Another question to ask your self is what kind of bike to get. There are so many styles, sizes, and features.
Most children master a tricycle between ages 2 and 3. It takes large-muscle power and coordination to manage this feat. Starting with a low-slung model made of plastic can help your child feel secure (it's less likely to tip) and get the hang of moving his legs. Then you can move up to a taller trike if you like. Your child won't have the necessary balance and coordination for a two-wheeler until closer to the elementary-school years (some kids can handle training wheels before that, but rarely before the late threes).

Safety tips: Realize that low-to-the-ground vehicles can't be seen easily by motorists backing up, so always supervise your little rider. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends a child wear an approved safety bicycle helmet even in the preschooler years, and even when she's a passenger on your bike — it protects her brain as well as gets her in the helmet habit right from the start.

Here we are with Test 2

2010-01-01T12:57:00.000-08:00

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Garage Safety

2009-12-22T11:39:00.000-08:00

Garages aren't just for cars; they are an extension of our homes. Most families use the garage for storage or projects that are too big or too messy for indoors. Unfortunately, the garage can be a magnet for junk, which also makes it a place where falls, poisonings and fires can happen.

Set aside one Saturday of each month and work with your family to clean out and organize your garage. Start by deciding what to keep and what items you don’t need in your garage. From there, group items you use together like bikes and biking supplies, gardening supplies and tools together for easy access.

Falling and accidental poisoning are two of the most common injuries that happen in the garage. Installing shelves or securely hanging items from the walls and ceilings will help create additional space in the garage and reduce tripping hazards. To prevent poisonings, be sure all poisonous items are securely locked in high cabinets and out of reach of children.

Holiday Safety Tips

2009-12-12T14:21:00.000-08:00

Families gather in the kitchen while the cook(s) prepare for holiday meals. You can not avoid it. Make your kitchen safe for all ages while cooking is very important. Most house fires start in the kitchen. The number one reason is due to distraction. The cook will put something on the fire/stove and forget it to go see something on TV, or join the conversation in the other room, or attend to the kids. Be mindful of how long your pots, pans, and utensils have been on the fire. Again distraction can cause a person to grab a hot pot, pan, or utensil without a hot mitt or any other type of protection.

Because the kitchen can be very busy with lots of cooks, keep children and pets out. You don’t want to trip over them while carrying hot water or grease. You don’t want them to run up behind you while you have the oven door open. Use a safety gate with a door for easy access and boundaries. This will allow the adults to easily move in and out of the kitchen while keeping the little ones safe and out of the way. If you are unable to use a safety gate, try taping of the area around the stove or the entire to the kitchen. It will be hard to keep the pets from crossing the line; but your kids will be able to understand. Make it into a game and see how long they can keep from crossing the tape.

Here are some other tips:

~ If you can, stay in the kitchen while cooking
~ Keep the fryers and large pots toward the back burners
~ Keep things that can burn such as dishtowel and bags away from the burners
~ Keep toaster ovens clean of crumbs that can burn
~ If clothes do catch on fire; stop, drop and roll. I know its old school saying but it still works.
~ If burned, cool the burn areas with cool water or refrigerated butter
~ Always turn pot handles to the back of the stovetop prevent them being tips over or a child from pulling it down on themselves.
~ Electrical outlets in the kitchen, and especially near the kitchen sink, should have Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs). This will prevent a dangerous shock. If you don't have them, have an electrician put these in your home.
~If you will have small children visiting, install automatic snapback outlet covers
~Post emergency numbers in visible areas.

Safety Playtime

2009-12-02T11:43:00.000-08:00

Children could find anything to play with to keep themselves entertained. They occupy their time with things that we would never think of as a toy. You never know what is going to interest your little one. Some things they will pass up and others will capture their curiosity and they want to see how it works, and why it does that, and if they can make it do something else. Pots, pans, empty boxes, broom, under the table for a cave are some of the more common things and generally safe. Its really fun to watch how their growing personality draws them to certain things. Very cute but could also be very dangerous. My 2 year old’s new thing is floss. He likes to wrap it around the chair legs. He says “it’s cute!” As he is ‘decorating’ all I can think of is how did he get that again and how dangerous it is, and why won’t he play with his toys. If your child is interested in something that poses a danger, introduce them to something else that is similar and safe. Be sure to tell them. You could say something like, “The floss is not a toy and its dangerous. You can play with this wash towel instead. (help mommy clean at the same time) ;> Babies love plastic and paper bags mostly kids like them because of the sound they make. But 8 times out of 10 they will also see how it can fit over their head. In this case you need you can get a toy that makes similar sounds.

Here are some examples

~ When they want to climb on an unstable toy to see on top of the table, give them a chair.

~ Instead of having a ball in the house that they can throw and break something, give them a balloon.

Nursery Care

2009-09-29T17:32:00.000-07:00

This video has great suggestions for design and safety for he nursery. A designer can help you with the decor. The baby proofer has an eye for all safety hazards and will be able to properly install the safety products.

Video Link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0VHX_hEBldo

Safety With Toys

2009-08-27T11:49:00.000-07:00

Watching your little one’s excitement when playing and their joy when discovering a new toy is delightful. New parents may be flooded with hand-me-downs and presents, which can make the task of keeping your baby safe that more challenging. It is important to inspect each and every toy and anticipate future problems or health hazards.

1. Always follow all manufacturers’ age recommendations. Some toys have small parts that can cause choking hazards, so make sure to read the toy’s packaging.

2. Check the toy for sharp edges. A good toy should be unbreakable and not pose as a choking hazard.

3. Size it up. Use a toilet paper roll as a guide post for all toys. If it can fit through the tube, your baby shouldn’t be allowed to play with it because it could cause choking.

4. Check for small parts such as eyes, wheels, or buttons that can be pulled loose. They should be strong enough to withstand chewing- or they should be removed all together.

5. There should be no parts that could become pinch points for tiny fingers

6. Strings should be no longer than 7 inches in length.

7. Be weary of hand-me-down toys. Many have not been tested for safety, so there may be hidden problems or hazards. Painted toys made before 1978 may contain dangerous levels of lead and should be discarded immediately.

8. Stuffed animals- particularly those that are given away or sold at fairs or in vending machines could be accidents waiting to happen. Check them thoroughly for loose parts, sharp edges, and other small parts

Earthquke Proof Your Home

2009-08-15T16:08:00.000-07:00

Here are some tips on how to make your home safer if an earthquake were to happen:

~ Disaster kit ( could also be used for fire, tornado, or any other disaster)
~ Mount bookshelves, TVs, tall dressers,
~ Route and position for the family to meet.
~ Install a seismic shut-off valve on the main gas line. Understand how it works
~ tools needed and keep them handy.
~ Know where and how to operate the main electric and water services
~ Have the water heater properly braced
~ Know the safe spots in each room such as corners and away from window glass.
~ keep heavy objects on the lower shelves so they don’t fall on people
~ Create a plan including a designated meeting place inside or outside the residence. Train the family on all aspects of the plan so it can be executed in the dark under stressful conditions.

Latches and Locks

2009-08-05T16:04:00.000-07:00

Use Safety Latches and Locks for cabinets and drawers in kitchens, bathrooms, and other areas to help prevent poisonings and other injuries. Safety latches and locks on cabinets and drawers can help prevent children from gaining access to medicines and household cleaners, as well as knives and other sharp objects.

Magnetic locks are one of the best and pricey. They are not easy to install if not a professional. New to the market are adhesive magnetic locks. Easier to install and a time saver.

Then you have the standard 2 piece lock. These work great as well. And a money saver. These are easy to install if you have the right ones for your cabinets and drawers. Look at the reach, opening, lip of the cabinet base and how it matches up to the drawer. Other factors play a big role when installing such as is the drawer face thick enough for the screw.

Be careful of the latches and locks you can get at most commercial stores. They are very difficult and frustrating to use. You will end up not using them and end up at squire one. Besides, Baby Proofing does not mean Adult Proofing.

Recall: LaJobi Drop Side Cribs

2009-07-31T15:53:00.000-07:00

CPSC Recalls LaJobi Drop Side Cribs due to Entrapment, Suffocation, and Strangulation Hazards. On June 9, the CPSC announced two separate recalls of LaJobi drop side cribs due to entrapment, suffocation, and strangulation hazards. The CPSC urges parents and caregivers to immediately stop using the recalled cribs and find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby

Run Of The House

2009-07-02T10:25:00.000-07:00

On Season 6 Episode 2 of popular Run’s House that airs on MTV, Reverend Run and his wife decide its time to baby proof their home for their little girl, Miley. At this age, toddlers are most curious. It is natural for them to want to imitate what they see, “help”, and learn from their environment. All of these things are great and you want to promote it. At the same time you want to make sure your child(ren) are in a safe enviornment.

Rev. Run attempted to baby proof the house himself. He was immediately overwhelmed at the store when he saw the great wall of products. He delegated the installation work to his teenage son whom was not too familiar with the drill. Installing baby proofing products should be taken seriously. This is for the SAFETY of your toddler.

By the end of the show he decided to hire a professional baby proofer. There is more than meets the eye with installing products. Save your time, money and energy the first time. Hire a professional baby Proofer who can provide you with the right type of product and has all the equipment to install.

What To Do When Your Baby Is Climbing Out Of The Crib

2009-07-01T15:48:00.000-07:00

The first thing is to lower the crib mattress. Also remove the bumper and any toys that could be used as a booster. If your child is inspired, they will use anything to get out of their crib. If adjusting the crib and removing access articles doesn’t work, here are a couple of other suggestions:
~ Crib Tent: It’s a removable attachment that keeps children from climbing out of their crib.

~ Toddler Size Bed with side rails: This will not keep them from knocking on your bedside in the middle of the night at first; but it will keep them from injuring themselves. Overtime, your toddler will get use to their new sleeping arrangements and it will be peaceful sleeping again.

Installation

2009-05-31T21:05:00.000-07:00

Have a trained baby proofer assess your home or school. Our
consultation(s) will result in a room-by-room overview that will
point out potential hazards and provide tips on how to prevent
them. We will also give you an itemized list with our
recommendations and possible solutions.

Professional services will save you time, money, and - most
important - will aid to prevent accidents from occuring.
Self-installation can be very frustrating. Each home and/or
school has its own unique structure complete with stairwells,
cabinets, door openings, and banisters. Commercial products
found in retail outlets may not be best suited for your needs.
Consulting with a professional will help you in this process.

Before your child starts crawling call the professional for a
consultation.

Links

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Reviews

2009-05-01T19:12:00.000-07:00

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Contact Us

2009-05-01T18:30:00.000-07:00

We service 310, 213, 818, 626, 323, 562, and 909 area codes for installation. For product only in these areas or anywhere in the country, please call us.

To schedule a consultation contact us: 310-204-2200 or complete the form below with your baby proofing needs, questions, comments, and concerns.

Articles

2009-05-01T16:52:00.000-07:00

Climbing Out Of Bed

2008-06-30T15:21:00.000-07:00

Many children begin climbing out of their crib between 16 and 18 months. This could be dangerous. Even with a short fall, it could cause broken bones or a head injury. This is not only a potential danger, but a lost of sleep for you.