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Baby-Skim Safe Nursery Checklist by Baby-Skim.com
In this guide I'm going to go over what safety precautions you should take when setting up your nursery. I'm also going to go over a whole host of other things you need to know before you get started on setting up your nursery.
Use this checklist as your guide when buying new orsecondhand nursery products, or when you evaluate the product nowbeing used by your baby or young child. You may want to add otherfeatures to check, or add other children's products.
So let's get started.
Cribs
[ ] Slats are spaced no more than 2-3/8 inches (60 mm) apart.
[ ] No slats are missing, loose or cracked.
[ ] Mattress fits snugly - no more than two fingers width between edge of mattress and cribside.
[ ] Mattress support is securely attached to the headboard and footboard.
[ ] Corner posts are no higher than 1/16 of an inch (1-1/2 mm) . [ ] No cutouts in top edge of headboard and footboard.
[ ] Drop-side latches cannot be easily released by a baby.
[ ] Drop-side latches securely hold side in raised position.
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Crib Toys
[ ] No strings or cords should dangle into the crib.
[ ] Crib gym or mobile has label warning to remove from crib when child can push up on hands and knees or reaches 5 months of age, whichever comes first. Note: Some mobiles have two parts: one without strings, like a music box, that can stay on the crib, and the mobile that should be removed from the crib.
[ ] Components of toys are too large to be a choking hazard.
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Gates and Enclosures
[ ] Openings in gate are too small to entrap a child's head orneck.
[ ] Gate has a pressure bar or other fastener that will resistforces exerted by a child.
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High Chairs
[ ] There is a "crotch" strap that must be used when restraining a child in a high chair.
[ ] High chair has restraining straps that are independent of the tray.
[ ] Tray locks securely.
[ ] Buckles on straps are easy to fasten and unfasten.
[ ] High chair has a wide base for stability.
[ ] Caps or plugs on tubing are firmly attached and cannot be pulled off and choke a child.
[ ] Folding high chair has effective locking device.
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Playpens
[ ] Playpens or travel cribs have top rails that will automatically lock when lifted into the normal use position.
[ ] Playpen does NOT have a rotating hinge in the center of the top rails.
[ ] Drop-side mesh playpen or mesh crib has warning label about never leaving a side in the down position.
[ ] Playpen mesh has small weave (less than 1/4 inch openings). [ ] Mesh has no tears or loose threads.
[ ] Mesh is securely attached to top rail and floorplate.
[ ] Wooden playpen has slats spaced no more than 2-3/8 inches (60 mm) apart.
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Rattles/Squeeze Toys/Teethers
[ ] Rattles, squeeze toys and teethers have handles too large to lodge in baby's throat.
[ ] Squeeze toys do not contain a squeaker that could detach and choke a baby.
[ ] Avoid rattles with ball shaped ends.
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Toy Chests
[ ] Toy chest has no latch to entrap child within the chest.
[ ] Toy chest has spring-loaded lid support that will not require periodic adjustment and will support the lid in any position to prevent lid slam.
[ ] Chest has ventilation holes or spaces in front or sides, or under lid.
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Walkers
[ ] Walker has safety features to help prevent a fall down stairs.
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Back Carriers
[ ] Leg openings are small enough to prevent child from slipping out.
[ ] Leg openings are large enough to prevent chafing.
[ ] Frame joints in the folding mechanism.
[ ] Carrier has padded covering over metal frame near baby's face.
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Bassinets and Cradles
[ ] Bassinet/cradle has a sturdy bottom and a wide base for stability.
[ ] Bassinet/cradle has smooth surfaces - no protruding staples or other hardware that could injure the baby.
[ ] Legs have strong, effective locks to prevent folding while in use.
[ ] Mattress is firm and fits snugly.
[ ] Wood or metal cradles have slats spaced no more than 2-3/8 in. (60 mm) apart.
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Carrier Seats
[ ] Carrier seat has a wide, sturdy base for stability.
[ ] Carrier has non-skid feet to prevent slipping.
[ ] Supporting devices lock securely.
[ ] Carrier seat has a crotch and waist strap.
[ ] Buckle or strap is easy to use.
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Changing Tables
[ ] Table has safety straps to prevent falls.
[ ] Table has drawers or shelves that are easily accessible without leaving the baby unattended.
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Hook-on Chairs
[ ] Chair has restraining straps.
[ ] Chair has a clamp that locks onto the table for added security.
[ ] Caps or plugs on tubing are firmly attached and cannot be pulled off to choke child.
[ ] Hook-on chair has a warning never to place chair where child can push off with feet.
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Pacifiers
[ ] Pacifier has no ribbons, string, cord or yarn attached.
[ ] Shield is large enough and firm enough so it cannot fit into child's mouth.
[ ] Guard or shield has ventilation holes so baby can breath if shield goes into mouth.
[ ] Pacifier nipple has no holes or tears that might cause it to break off in baby's mouth.
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Strollers and Carriages
[ ] Stroller has wide base to prevent tipping.
[ ] Seat belt and crotch strap are securely attached to frame.
[ ] Seat belt buckle is easy to use.
[ ] Brakes securely lock the wheel(s).
[ ] Shopping basket is low on the back and located directly over or in front of the wheels.
[ ] When used in carriage position, leg hole openings can be closed.
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