12 Surprisingly Stylish Ways to Baby-Proof Your Home
Having a baby is already hard work. Finding baby-proofing items that won’t ruin the aesthetic of your home shouldn’t have to be.
Of course, safety is the number one priority when it comes to little ones—but if there are stylish child proofing products out there, why not equip your home with them instead of the traditional (read: eyesore) options?
Here are some of the most “non-ugly” products for baby proofing your home, so you don’t have to compromise style for safety.
Silicone Corner Bumpers
Bink’s motto is “babyproofing made modern.” (An entire line of baby safety products created with your home in mind? We’re sold!) These soft silicone corner bumpers are designed to blend in with the design of your coffee table—or any other furniture with sharp corners—in gray, black, or white.
Buy: Bink Silicone Corner Guards, $9.99
Cord Safety Wraps
Some parents may trade in their blinds for curtains or cordless options for safety reasons, but you can keep yours with this subtle cord safety wrap.
Buy: Bink Up & Away Cord Safety, $13.99
Mesh and Steel Baby Gate
It’s difficult to find a baby gate that matches the aesthetic of your home, but this mesh and steel option is a contender for modern spaces.
Buy: Mesh and Steel Baby Gate, $179.99
White Finger Pinch Guard
If you have to have a pinch guard on your door, may as well choose a tasteful, neutral option like this one.
Buy: White Finger Pinch Guard, $9.75
Self-Closing Outlet Covers
Replace your outlet plates with these for a great-looking (and automatic!) baby proofing solution. As soon as the plug is removed from the outlet, a piece of the cover slides over to cover the holes and protect little ones from electrical hazards. And you won’t even know it’s there!
Buy: Self-Closing Outlet Covers, $9.99
Door Knob Covers that Match Your Hardware
Match the finish of your door handle with any one of these door knob safety covers, which come in bronze, silver, and gold.
Buy: Unababy Door Knob Safety Covers, $11.95
Ultra-Soft Spout Cover
While maybe not subtle, this one is a decidedly cute way to protect your child’s head from the faucet. We’re all for it.
Buy: Puj Snug Elephant Spout Cover, $9.99
Clear Stove Knob Covers
Not only do these clear knob covers fit most knobs; they’re also clear, so they’ll match most kitchens.
Buy: Jool Clear Stove Knob Covers, $12.95
Hidden Magnetic Cabinet Locks
Keeping your kids from opening cabinets they shouldn’t be in (to prevent them from getting into the under-the-sink cleaning products or trash) is as easy as installing these magnetic locks. They stay totally hidden from view inside the cabinet, and are unlocked with a magnetic tool you can stash high up in the kitchen or bathroom.
Buy: Safety 1st Magnetic Lock System, $11.24
Furniture Safety Straps
This one doesn’t really have to be cute, since it’s behind a TV, but it definitely seems safe.
Buy: Safety 1st Furniture Safety Straps, $8.78
Minimalist Soft Baby Gate
Another super-simple gate option: You’ll appreciate the minimalist design and the customization option for wider doorways.
Buy: Evenflo Soft and Wide Gate, $34.88
Clear Outlet Covers
You can’t go wrong with an outlet cover you don’t even realize is there!
Buy: Clear Outlet Covers, $8