When you have little ones at home, safety is always a priority. Of course, the best way to keep your kids safe is to not let them out of your sight, but this is not easy when it comes to the bathroom! This is why it is important to know how to ensure that your bathroom is child-friendly and there are a few ways that you can go about doing this.
Get a Small Stool
It can be hard for a child to reach the things that they need in the bathroom, so a (very) small stool can be helpful. You need to make sure that this is a sturdy stool and you should show them how to use it safely. Try to keep the things that they need at a reachable height to avoid any accidents. You should also keep anything dangerous (such as medicines, cleaning products and razors) on high shelves that will be completely out of reach.
Soft Close Toilet
Many children also struggle to close the toilet seat and this can lead to the seat slamming and causing harm. To prevent this from happening, you can have soft close toilet seats installed which will close very slowly after they have been pushed down. This will prevent any accidents from happening as well as the shock and loud noise of the seat slamming shut.
Soft Bathmat & Non-Slip Mats
You also need to be wary of the hazard of slipping in the bathroom and take steps to protect both yourself and your child. Soft bathmats and non-slip mats in the bathroom can provide important protection and make it much easier to navigate the bathroom after a shower or bath. You should also teach your child how to dry themselves properly and how to prevent water from getting on the floor.
Install an Anti-Scald Device
Water temperature is another important consideration as you do not want your child to hurt themselves with hot water when showering, bathing or washing their hands. This is why you should have anti-scald devices installed, which prevent you from being able to turn the tap to dangerously hot temperatures.
These are a few of the best steps to take to make your bathroom child-friendly. This is an area that needs consideration as it can be hazardous and an area where children will start to want privacy, so you need to make sure that it is a safe environment but also educate them on how to stay safe when using the bathroom.
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