Keeping your children safe might seem like a full-time job for most parents, and any help to make the job easier is very welcome. If you are a new parent, you probably spent a lot of time trying to make your home as safe as possible, but do you worry about whether or not you have done enough?

We will just mention a few things that not all homeowners think of when it comes to the safety of children, and what you can do to remedy the situation.

Stairs are a common risk since young children can fall down them and get hurt. Installing gates at the top and the bottom can prevent this.

Wall receptacles should be blocked. You might be able to do this using a simple plastic cover, Household chemicals should be stashed away in a locked cabinet if possible, if not, keeping them on a high shelf will prevent children from getting into them.