Nobody wants to see a newborn baby get injured. Regardless of how careful and watchful you are, there is always room to take extra precautions to help keep your baby from getting hurt.
Below are 10 helpful tips to keep your baby safe:
1. Don’t leave your baby alone with any pet, regardless of how small or harmless the animal may be.
2. Always keep an eye on your baby when you are shopping, out and about, going for a walk, or even at the playground. Kidnappers see strollers as a target from which to snatch your baby.
3. Never shake your baby. Don’t even playfully throw the baby up in the air.
4. If you are giving your baby a bath in a large tub, be sure to put a towel or rubber mat at the bottom of the to keep them from slipping.
5. Avoid any toys, clothes, or household objects that have strings on them, and keeping phone cords out of reach. Babies have a tendency to get them wrapped around their neck and accidentally choke.
6. Always put your baby in a car seat when driving. It is extremely easy for your baby to get injured if you get into an accident, so be sure to pay attention to the road. Avoid talking on a cell phone, eating, or any other activity that could distract from your driving.
7. Keep your baby away from open if you aren’t around to watch. In fact, it’s wise to keep your baby from all open windows - ever.
8. Never leave your baby alone in a room with a child under the age of six. Children in this age range tend to play roughly with babies – almost as if they were dolls.
9. If a baby sitter watches over your baby, be sure that they have been trained in infant safety and CPR, are at least 16 years or older, and have solid references.
10. If you are changing your baby’s diaper on a changing table, it is essential to never turn your back -- even for a split second. In a heartbeat babies can roll over and fall off the table.
Nothing matters more than your child’s safety. Don’t take it for granted. Always be vigilant in looking after your baby’s safety.
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Mary Johnson contributes to several web sites, on family issues and home topics.
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