What to Know About Professional Babyproofing

Hiring a professional babyproofer is an attractive option for parents looking to delegate the job and ensure their home is as safe as it can be. "Parents should feel empowered to become experts themselves in what to look for and what needs to change, but there is nothing wrong with asking for help from a professional," said Christopher Klunk, M.D., a neonatologist at Pediatrix® Neonatology of Texas. Dr. Klunk noted that some of the pros of hiring a professional babyproofer include expertise and experience and time and convenience, while some of the cons are cost and a false sense of security. Ultimately, babyproofing aims to keep your child safe at home, but remember to be kind to yourself, too. "It's not possible to prevent everything, and you aren't expected to pad every surface, file down every corner and smooth over every edge, but you've got this," said Dr. Klunk.

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