There are many great standard-sized baby gates on the market for those who need to protect their babies from the dangers of staircases. However, many people need gates to fit into much larger gaps than your average sized staircase or doorway, and finding a good quality product to meet those needs can be a bit more […]
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Top of Stairs Baby Gate
Which types of baby gate are safe? Choosing a baby gate for the bottom of your staircase is quite easy in the sense that you can pretty much choose any type that you like – provided of course that it fits in the gap. Choosing a top of stairs baby gate is not so simple. […]
Plug Carbon Monoxide Detector
The Problem with Batteries In my previous post entitled “Cheap Carbon Monoxide Detector” I identified a number of battery-powered units. Whilst those units are relatively cheap to buy initially, you are advised to replace the batteries (2 or 3 x AA) every year. Obviously, this can be expensive unless you own a battery factory and if […]
Cheap Carbon Monoxide Detector
My Mission Every home should have carbon monoxide detectors installed in the correct places. They are an essential defence against the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning. You will probably need at least 3 for the average sized 2-storey house. I have 5 relatively cheap carbon monoxide detectors in my house – living room, dining room, […]
Retractable Baby Gate
Who needs a retractable baby gate? Rectractable baby gates are perfect for those with one or more of the following requirements: need to block small gaps that will not accommodate a normal safety gate; want to be able to close away the gate completely when not in use; or need to block a gap where […]
Portable Baby Gates
Who Needs Portable Baby Gates? You have just installed baby gates throughout your home and are ready to relax in the knowledge that your child is not going to tumble down the stairs or escape into some other dangerous part of the house. You then remember that you are visiting grandparents this coming weekend and […]
Extra Wide Baby Gate
Another Milestone Reached! An Extra Wide Baby Gate is the last thing on your mind as you watch your baby rise to their feet and take their first steps in the world. Your baby has just started to move around independently – its a truly wonderful moment for you and your family to share! Get […]
Home Fire Ladder
You can’t keep a ladder in the house can you? I have a number of smoke detectors fitted in my house. I have also thought about possible escape routes in the event that my family and I found ourselves trapped upstairs in the event of a fire. However, one thing that I had never considered […]
Narrow Stair Gate
If you need to prevent your child from using a staircase or doorway that is smaller than average, you may need to buy a Narrow Stair Gate. I have researched the available products on the market and my recommendations are reviewed in this post. The Issue Watching your child start to crawl and then walk around independently […]
Maxi-Cosi Mico Review
List Price: $199 Weight Range: 5 to 22 lbs The Good – The 2nd lightest Infant Car Seat in America; excellent side-impact protection and air protect technology; Cosi Dozi head insert for extra comfort and protection; Multi-position sun visor and flip-out canopy; Huge range of bold fabric colors to choose from; Compatible with Maxi Cosi and Quinny […]