Our kitchen is always full of safety hazards for our babies who always want to touch, taste and explore everything that they come in contact with. One of the most dangerous places for our infants is the kitchen.
Warming a bottle of milk in a microwave oven is one thing that some parents still do which is very unsafe especially when the infant is around. As you may notice, the microwave does not heat our food thoroughly sometimes, so if you want to avoid burning your kids lips and mouth, never heat their milk in the microwave oven. Make sure you test the heat of the drink first before you give this to the baby if you do intend to give them warm drinks.
Holding the baby while you are eating or drinking something which is hot can be another hazard to your child. Your child tends to wiggle a lot, especially when they are in your arms, so don’t ever try to be a “super parent” and do multi task. Same is true with cigarettes. When you want to smoke stay away from the child and have someone else watch over them. Lighters or matches are very hazardous to your child and you don’t want them to be second-hand smokers.
Never hold your child and operate a stove or oven or do any cooking at the same time. The same is true with wood stoves, fireplaces and radiators. Block anything that is hot and can be within your child’s reach.
Tablecloths with knives and utensils or place on it should not be left hanging on the edge of the table. Your child can easily tug this and they will end up hurting themselves.
Never leave any door unlocked that can be reached by your baby at any times. Keyless deadbolts or electronic door lock can be good devices you can get to keep your kids safe at home.