I recently read about a tragedy that struck a family just one month ago. Their little boy was killed by a dresser falling him. Read the full story here – What Happened.

mother_childAs parents, we try to protect our kids. We cut up their food into tiny pieces. We childproof our outlets and cabinets. We keep the bathroom door closed. We do everything we can to keep them safe but sometimes the deadliest objects could be sitting right in front of us.

I have been telling my husband ever since we moved in (one year ago!) that I wanted the bookshelf in Natalie’s room screwed to the wall. It’s not a heavy shelf but it would do some damage if it fell on her.

I am now beginning to look around the house at other things that might be a danger to a rambunctious, climbing toddler. Just yesterday I turned around and there Natalie is standing on the coffee table! She loves to climb into our filing cabinets and I’m always worried about them tipping over on her. I couldn’t imagine losing her over something that could be prevented. I encourage each of you to check your house for potential dangers. We can’t all live in a bubble, but we can try. 🙂