As the weather in Vancouver starts to warm up and you find yourself spending more time outside this summer, creating a safe outdoor environment for your little ones is essential. From garden safety, safe storage, and proper fencing and gates; here is Vancouver Baby Proofers' ultimate guide to outdoor safety to ensure a fun, stress-free, and safe summer season.
Garden and Plant Safety
For parents with a green thumb, your garden is likely home to a wide variety of beautiful plants, but they may not all be safe for curious toddlers. Fertilizers, pesticides, and even certain garden plants can be toxic if ingested. As we know, babies love to put everything they can get their hands on in their mouths. It’s crucial to identify plants that may be toxic and take appropriate measures to ensure little ones can’t get their hands on them. This may mean a temporary barrier in the form of gates or even fencing around certain areas in your garden.
Safe Storage
Garden tools, lawnmowers, and other potentially dangerous equipment should be securely stored away and out of reach of children. This might entail taking additional measures to childproof your shed to restrict access or purchasing storage bins that can be locked. Ensuring your garden tools are safely stowed away not only prevents possible injury to anyone, it keeps your outdoor space looking organized and tidy through the summer season!
Fencing and Gates
A sturdy fence is your first line of defence when it comes to keeping your children safe in your yard. Ensure that your fence doesn’t have any gaps, holes, or loose panels that your child could crawl through. If you have a wooden fence, check that the wood is healthy to prevent splinters or other forms of injury. Finally, make sure that latches that allow you to open gates are childproofed or out of reach of your children. If you are looking to upgrade your fence, self-closing and self-latching gates provide an additional layer of security, ensuring gates are always closed and locked.
Baby proofing your outdoor spaces is an ongoing process, but the benefits far outweigh the effort. A safe yard or garden provides endless opportunities for healthy play and learning. When it comes to creating a safe, enjoyable outdoor space, Vancouver Baby Proofers (and handyman) can do it all! Call today, or check our website to find out what innovative solutions we can create for your home and to keep your little ones safe.
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