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Mobile babies can reach stairs quickly and are at high risk for falls. They can climb up but cannot safely come back down.
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Install safety gates at the top and bottom of all staircases. Teach baby to go down stairs safely by backing down feet first.
Crawling babies are at the perfect height to explore electrical outlets. They may try to stick fingers or objects into them.
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Cover all accessible electrical outlets with outlet covers or plates. Keep cords out of reach and secured.
Separation anxiety typically peaks between 10-18 months. Baby may become extremely clingy and distressed when you leave the room.
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Create consistent goodbye rituals. Keep separations brief at first and gradually extend. Always say goodbye rather than sneaking away.