Guide to Babyproofing Your Vacation Rental

Congratulations! You’re off on an adventure with a baby. While you’ve probably taken every precaution to babyproof your home – from cabinet locks to baby gates – you might be less certain about ensuring safety in a relative’s home or vacation rental. Should you pack all your bumpers and knob covers, or will taping a few cabinets shut do the trick? Fortunately, we’ve created a comprehensive list of essentials for your stay, organized room by room.

Babyproofing the Kitchen

Having access to a full kitchen is one of the biggest perks of staying in a vacation rental, but this space definitely requires some babyproofing.

Babyproofing the Living Room

Get down on your hands and knees to see the room from your baby’s viewpoint. Everything looks different from down there, making babyproofing crucial. If possible, we recommend bringing or renting a play yard to keep your baby safe and contained for periods, so you don’t have to worry about them getting into trouble.

Babyproofing the Bedroom

Determine where your baby will sleep and implement all previously mentioned babyproofing measures along with a few additional ones. You’ll want this space to be your baby’s favorite room, creating a secure and comfortable environment for sound sleep.

Babyproofing the Bathroom

Babyproofing the bathroom is relatively straightforward. There’s not much to do, and you can simply close the door if you want to keep your child out. However, keep these considerations in mind.

Essential Babyproofing Considerations

There are several factors to keep in mind for the safety of your baby (and the whole family). Think about these aspects when choosing your vacation rental. They may or may not already be included.

We understand that you want to feel at ease during your stay, and if that means finding a well-baby-proofed rental, go for it. Make sure to evaluate each room and what you need to inquire about, bring, purchase, or rent to ensure that you and your baby feel safe and secure.

In collaboration with BabyQuip.

This blog was first published on November 9, 2020, and was updated on November 18, 2022.