WELCOME TO BABY PROOF
Welcome to Baby Proof South Africa – your ultimate destination for childproofing expertise and peace of mind!
My website aims to provide parents, guardians, and caregivers with invaluable tips, tricks, and insights on how to effectively childproof every corner of your home.
Join me, as I dive into the world of child safety, offering step-by-step guides on safeguarding your little adventurer against potentially dangerous areas in and around your home, as well as recommendations on the best childproofing products on the market!
All childproofing products available on my online shop have been given the green light, this means, no more headaches of having to return products that don’t work effectively.
Add to that, I also provide a childproofing service – your complete, hassle-free solution to a childproof home! From identifying potential hot spots in your home; choosing child safety products specific to your needs; to installing these devices properly & effectively – we cover it all!
So, when your little one’s just cruising for a bruising, my uncompromising service will cushion their fall.
Thank you for getting on board and taking this important first step in your child’s future, welcome into my safety net!
DISCLAIMER
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BABY PROOF SERVICE AREA
KINDLY NOTE:
Baby Proof is based in Roodepoort. I currently only do call-outs and installations in this area and surrounding areas within a 40 km radius
IMPORTANT NOTIFICATION:
I no longer do quotes or installations based on photo’s, videos and measurements provided by clients alone. There are no shortcuts when it comes to child safety.
An assessment and detailed discussion at your home is necessary to decide which products are suitable and to take accurate measurements. This is a prerequisite to using my baby proofing service – CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO.
Should you decide to do the Baby Proofing yourself, I have written useful articles to guide you. All child safety products available on my online shop have been tried, tested, and approved.
The products have detailed descriptions, images, and installation instructions if you scroll down the product page – be sure to read this before purchasing any product.
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WHY CHOOSE BABY PROOF
BABY PROOF | JOHANNESBURG | SOUTH AFRICA
Your Complete, Hassle Free Solution to a Child Proof Home!
★ Approved and Tested Safety Products
★ Owner Installs
★ 17 Years of Experience in the Industry
STEP 1 IN THE CHAIN OF SURVIVAL IS PREVENTING INJURY
Medical Professionals only administer the FOURTH and FINAL link in the chain of survival. This means 75% of your child’s chances of survival fall into your or your child minders hands.
Without making your child’s environment a safe one, getting up to date on safety, learning how to administer CPR, and keeping EMS numbers in accessible places at all times – even a well-trained and experienced medic has little hope of saving a child’s life.
SOUTH AFRICA'S #1 CHILDPROOFING SPECIALIST
With parents’ busy lifestyles and with 85% of South African parents both being breadwinners, Baby Proof SA has become a life saver for many.
Having a dedicated Nanny to watch over your precious cargo at home is a luxury not many can afford. Often parents are forced to ask their housekeeper to look after the baby as well, this can be a daunting task.
Baby proofing, when done professionally provides a fixed solution to help keep your baby safe. Childproofing products have evolved over the years and there is a solution to just about every possible problem area.
All products installed by Baby Proof have been tried and tested, narrowing products available on the retail market down to those that are practical and that do not compromise on the safety of your child or pet.
In combining experience, knowledge and out of-the-box thinking, Baby Proof SA will leave you feeling confident that your little one is protected.
THE GOAL OF CHILDPROOFING
The goal of childproofing your home is not to turn your home into a prison-like setting that completely inhibits a child’s ability to explore and develop. Rather, childproofing should balance factors such as safety, aesthetics, cost, child supervision level, and liveability.
Each home is different; as well as each room in your home being different. Baby Proof has been owner run for 17 years by Michelle Jacobs, SA’s renowned Childproofing Expert, who has seen and conquered many home-design challenges that pose potential life-threatening injuries to babies, toddlers, and pets.
WHEN TO BABY PROOF
Baby-proofing has never been this easy! From identifying potential hot spots in your home; choosing child safety products specific to your needs; to installing these devices properly & effectively – we cover it all!
So when your little one’s just cruising for a bruising, our uncompromising service will cushion their fall. By Baby proofing not only will you gain awareness of the possible dangers in your home but you will obtain solutions to help keep your Baby Safe.
On average babies start to crawl at 8 months, which means many get moving even earlier. A crawling baby will soon start pulling up too, which means counters and other surfaces are no longer out of reach. We, as adults take a lot of things in our home for granted, because we have learnt to handle them. Getting down on all fours helps us see the world in a new way & opens up our eyes to potential dangers we may not have thought about. This simple exercise will really help you recognize the dangers that exist for children & you’ll be well on your way to a healthy & safety conscious frame of mind.
DISCLAIMER:
Under no circumstances does any environmental modification or safety device installed act as a substitution for an informed caregiver.
Adult supervision is ALWAYS a prerequisite when infants & children are present – with or without baby proofing. Child safety products installed must only be seen as a deterrent.
Toxic, dangerous substances & plants as well as sharp edges, pointed objects OR glass objects should always be placed “high up” – totally inaccessible to small children.
LATEST SAFETY TIPS
BEST SELLING PRODUCTS
Dreambaby Liberty Xtra-Wide Hallway Gate 99-105.5cm
Our Dreambaby Liberty Xtra-Wide Hallway Gate (with its smart stay-open feature) is great to use in larger doorways and hallways. By installing gates in suitable areas, one can create child safe zones/areas, as opposed to baby proofing the entire house.
- Fits openings from 99-105.5cm
- The maximum adjustable size of the gate includes the tension knobs on the sides used to secure the gate.
- Gate height: 76cm.
- Pressure mounted with tension knobs (No drilling required) – scroll down for more info
- Extends up to 3.055m using optional gate extensions.
- Available Extension Sizes: 9cm | 18cm | 27cm | 36cm | 45cm | 54cm | 63cm | 1 meter.
Important before purchasing any gate:
- Take accurate measurements.
- Remembering to factor in the skirting (if there is one).
- DREAMBABY GATE COMPARISON GUIDE.
- How to work out the size of the pressure mounted baby gate and possible extensions you may need.
- Baby Gate Challenges and Hacks.
- Scroll down for detailed information.
Shipped and at your door in 1-2 working days! Courier Fees Apply from R75 (JHB/Midrand/PTA) – Other regions in South Africa vary.
Secure Self Adhesive Window Lock
The Self Adhesive Window Lock is a cable restrictor that has been specifically designed to reduce the risk of accidental falls from windows.
Box Includes:
- 1 x Self Adhesive Window Lock
- 1 x Self Adhesive Promoter
- Scroll down for detailed product information.
Shipped and at your door in 1-2 working days! Courier Fees Apply from R75 (JHB/Midrand/PTA) – Other regions in South Africa vary.
Dreambaby Plug Covers
Dreambaby Plug Covers are simple to use and can help shockproof your home in a matter of minutes.
- Included in Pack: 12 Plug Covers.
- Use in conjunction with our Electrical Storage Boxes and Double-sided Velcro to shorten lengthy cords, to ensure your little one is safeguarded from electrical components in your home.
- Scroll down for detailed information.
Shipped and at your door in 1-2 working days! Courier Fees Apply from R75 (JHB/Midrand/PTA) – Other regions in South Africa vary
Baby Safety Silicone Corner Guards
Baby Safety Silicone Corner Guards are strong, durable, providing a soft silicone padding. Designed to protect your baby from sharp corners.
- Available Pack sizes: 4 Pack | 8 Pack | 12 Pack | 16 Pack.
- Size of each corner: Diameter: 3cm | Height: 2,2cm.
WARNING!
This product can be a choking hazard if not stuck down properly. Check regularly to ensure the guards are still safely secured.
Safety Tip: To rest easy, rather use the permanent application, use SOUDAL FIX ALL Crystal Flexible Adhesive Sealant Tube Super Clear and glue them down. This method will not damage your furniture.
- Scroll down to the bottom of this page for tips on how to remove childproofing products.
- Scroll down for detailed information and application method.
Shipped and at your door in 1-2 working days! Courier Fees Apply from R75 (JHB/Midrand/PTA) – Other regions in South Africa vary.
Baby Safety Furniture Door Drawer Lock
Our Baby Safety Furniture Door Drawer Lock prevents toddlers from getting into cupboards, cabinets and drawers that may contain harmful products. Protects slamming fingers.
Ideally, I like to use the Magnetic Child Locks (not visible from the outside), however sometimes the space inside the drawer/cabinet is limited and can only fit a lock that must be placed on the outside.
- QTY PER PACK: 1 Unit
- Colour: Black or White
- Scroll down for detailed information.
Shipped and at your door in 1-2 working days! Courier Fees Apply from R75 (JHB/Midrand/PTA) – Other regions in South Africa vary.
Two Pin Plug Protectors
Our Two Pin Plug Protectors are simple to use and can help shockproof your home in a matter of minutes.
- Included in pack: 12 x Two Pin Plug Protectors + 4 Keys to remove easily.
- Use in conjunction with our Electrical Storage Boxes and Double-sided Velcro to shorten lengthy cords, to ensure your little one is safeguarded from electrical components in your home.
- Scroll down for detailed information.
Shipped and at your door in 1-2 working days! Courier Fees Apply from R75 (JHB/Midrand/PTA) – Other regions in South Africa vary.
Childproof Window Restrictor
Our Childproof Window Restrictor prevents the window from opening completely, safeguarding children from falls.
Box Includes:
- 1 x Window Restrictor
- 4 x Self Drilling Screws (Used for wood frames).
- To install into aluminium you need to use a Pop Rivet Gun or self-tapping screws – not supplied.
- 1 x Key
- Scroll down for detailed product information.