Checklist for Childproofing Your Home

By Maggie Scott , Contributing Writer

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Child proofing should be at the top of your list when you have little ones at home. “Unintentional injury” is the leading cause of death among 0 to 17-year-olds and nearly “9 million children are treated for their injuries in hospital emergency departments each year” according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

To get you started, here is a room-by-room checklist for making sure your new home is safe for the entire family.

Kitchen:

Living Room:

Bathroom:

Other: