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Q My little girl is just about to start crawling, and I’m suddenly aware of hazards everywhere! What can I do to child-proof my home? Jemima Michaels, Stoke-on-Trent

A Lucy Askew, from the team at Hillarys.co.uk, says… It’s amazing to see your child learn to crawl or walk, but it can also be exhausting and scary! There are lots of things you can do to ensure your home is safe for your child’s little adventures.

Think about the big hazards in your home and fix these first. Focus on anything they could burn themselves on, plug sockets and any tall flights of stairs. A stairgate is a must

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