Child Proofing Your Home

There's nothing worse than having to worry as to whether your child is safe in your own home with all the things you have in it. While we aren't super heroes and can't protect our children from everything we can reduce the risk of accidents in our own homes by buying some items.

First is a spout cover for the bathtub. I ALWAYS hated having to use one hand to steady mason while using the other to cover the spout to the tub while trying to wash him. It's impossible! My mom bought me a spout cover and I LOVE it. It has made life so much easier with bathtime.

Here's a really cute one from Amazon for about $13

Another common occurrence in our house is fingers always getting slammed or pinched in doors. Mason went through a slamming doors faze. Thankfully that's over now but I bought these little things that wrap around the door to prevent the door from slamming so he couldn't get hurt. While they may take away from the decor of your house, they do keep your little peanut safe <3

$4 on Amazon

The joys of buying tables are the fact that they come with those lovely sharp edges that every child either falls forward or backwards into head first. Prince Lionheart Corner Guards smooth out those sharp edges and I believe they also come in colors to blend in with the table a bit. (I may be wrong on that)

$8 on Amazon

Preventing toilet trouble is a good thing to avoid too. You can lock your toilet with this Mommy's Helper Toilet Lid-Lok.

$8 on Amazon

Avoiding electrical accidents. Most of you already know about putting those covers in your electrical outlets but in case you don't, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE put these on your outlets. I don't know what it is about outlets but they seem to draw kids to them.

$9 for three on Amazon

Have a room full of collectibles or electronics that you don't want touched? Simple solution, door knob lock!

$7 for two on Amazon

Keeping drawers shut. Mason always would get into the kitchen cabinets when he was younger. We used a buckle like thing to keep him out of them until he watched us enough to learn to do it himself. But while they're younger, they're good to use. 

$35 for four on Amazon

Keeping medications off limits. If you are on meds you definitely want to make sure they are locked up and safe. 

$19 on Amazon

Gating off Stairs. Keeping kids off stairs is a must!

$75 on Amazon

Packing Your Hospital Bag

It's important to have your hospital bag packed weeks in advance, after all you never know what may happen. After your bag is packed, check it on a regular basis, you may remove or add items. But the big question is, what do I pack in that bag? What is necessary, what isn't? I'll tell you what I like to pack in my hospital bag and maybe some of you have other ideas as to what to pack. If so, comment below.

The Essentials;

• Nightgown or pajamas
• Slippers and socks
• Bathrobe
• Nursing bra, pads, and tops
• Underwear
• Sanitary pads- the hospital does provide you with these but they're not all that great so pack your favorite brand!
• Toiletries
• The going home outfit (for mom) Go for something loose fitting and comfortable, you'll still look pregnant for awhile after giving birth. Also, wear flats for shoes.
• Baby clothes (obviously)
• Diaper bag
• Car seat- You can't leave the hospital with your newborn without one of these. Put it in the car weeks in advance.

Recommended Things To Bring;

• Receiving Blankets
• Video camera, camera, and extra batteries
• Music player with favorite music
• Snacks
• Breastfeeding Information

Up To You Items To Bring;

• Laptop
• Baby book or journal
• Cosmetics- You may want to look good for your visitors :)

My advice to you would to be to pack extra of some of these items in case you need to stay a few extra days. You never know what might happen. Not to scare anyone but be prepared for a change in plans. Good luck ladies!