Home safety with a new baby

Bringing a new baby home is an exciting time, but it also comes with a whole new set of safety considerations. From burns, choking and preventing falls to creating a safe home environment, many parents wonder what they need to know to keep their baby safe as they grow and develop. 

In this episode, our host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by paediatrician Dr Warwick Teague as they take listeners on a walk around home, pointing important safety aspects that parents should consider.  

Parents will find practical advice to help create a safer environment for their growing child and learn important first aid tips to keep in mind for moments when something does go wrong. 

Kids Health Info is funded thanks to the support of the Good Friday Appeal 

In this episode, Warwick mentioned a few resources. Here are some that parents may wish to explore: 

Kidsafe Victoria home safety checklist: Home Safety - Kidsafe VIC 

Kid Health Info first aid: Kids Health Info : First aid – babies, children and teens 

Kids Health Info button battery safety: Kids Health Info : Button battery safety 

Kids Health Info burns and scalds – prevention and first aid: Kids Health Info : Burns and scalds – prevention and first aid 

Kids Health Info water safety:Kids Health Info : Water safety