Preparing the House for a New Baby

To ensure the house is safe before bringing your new baby home

Preparing the House for a New Baby
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  • Safety latches for cabinets

  • Safety latches for drawers

  • Lock for toilet

  • Lock for oven door

  • Put up medication

  • Put up cleaning supplies

  • Set water heater to 120 F

  • Move plants

  • Install safety gates

  • Move electrical cords

  • Check floor for small items

  • Vacuum house

  • Check smoke detectors

  • Check carbon monoxide detectors

  • Stock up on diapers

  • Buy a baby monitor

  • Remove stuffed animals from crib

  • Secure furniture

  • Secure electronics

  • Buy baby tub

  • Buy baby clothing

  • Safety latches for cabinets

  • Safety latches for drawers

  • Lock for toilet

  • Lock for oven door

  • Put up medication

  • Put up cleaning supplies

  • Set water heater to 120 F

  • Move plants

  • Install safety gates

  • Move electrical cords

  • Check floor for small items

  • Vacuum house

  • Check smoke detectors

  • Check carbon monoxide detectors

  • Stock up on diapers

  • Buy a baby monitor

  • Remove stuffed animals from crib

  • Secure furniture

  • Secure electronics

  • Buy baby tub

  • Buy baby clothing