Evenflo Baby Gate

Living with babies teaches us something every day. For first-time parents like us, being completely responsible for someone is a very special feeling. Yet, no matter how much we want, even for stay-at-home moms, it is not possible to spend every waking moment with our kids. As babies start crawling and exploring their surroundings, keeping them out of potential dangers even in the house becomes a challenge for most parents. Installing a suitable baby gate could be a practical solution. But does that mean any child safety gate will do or you need extra wide baby gates? Let’s find out.

Until recently, the baby product brand Evenflo was known for its various child safety gates including Evenflo baby gate, Evenflo swing gate and baby banister guard. But, with Evenflo top of stair gates (models 10502 and 10512) found with defective slats, there is now a growing concern among parents as to how to find a safe baby gate. Evenflo has recently recalled some of the baby gates voluntarily, but that doesn’t take away the unease.

Below are some pointers to keep in mind while buying a baby gate:

• Where security is of paramount importance, especially at the stair tops, opting for a hardware-mounted gate could be the right choice. For optimal safety, the door has to be properly secured between walls or to the doorjamb. On the other hand, pressure mounted gates are perfect for less hazardous areas like between the bedroom and the kitchen and such other areas.
• Avoid gates which come with horizontal slats. Adventurous toddlers may find them very tempting; they may go for a ride by jumping on to the bottom rail. This could be dangerous if the gate dislodges. Instead, opt for gates which come with vertical slats. Try to ensure that the vertical slats are less than 3 inches from each other. The closer the slats are, the safer the gate is for your kid.
• Whether you are buying a wooden gate or a metal gate, always make sure that it comes with rounded corners. This will help your child to avoid potential injuries.
• If you are looking for a gate that can be configured to fit in any shaped area, a good option could be a Kidco configure gate.  But if you want to keep your baby safe from heat and fire, a fireplace baby gate such as a Kidco Hearthgate could be a good choice. Not only the gate comes with non-toxic and heat-resistant construction, its different interlocking sections allow you the freedom to configure it according to your need.

Finally, don’t forget to close the gate as you are leaving the room or using the staircase. This is because no matter how effective a child gate is, you still want to keep a close watch on your child and make sure that she is safe.

Guest Blogger: Nina