16 Miscellaneous Baby Safety Tips

1. Always keep the baby neat and clean
2. Keep their fingernails properly trimmed and clean
3. Wet diapers should be removed in a timely fashion and the area cleaned with soap
4. Keep the genitals as clean and dry as reasonable because fungal infection is common in that area
5. Scalp fungal infections, dermatitis, etc can be prevented by proper cleaning
6. Do not dress with tight clothing as it can cause irritation
7. The baby's room should have sufficient light and ventilation and be free from dust and insects
8. A separate water proof bed is preferabe for babies, although it can be placed near mother's bed
9. While carrying the baby, support the head with your hand, as the neck muscles are weak and sudden falls of the head can be dangerous
10. Mother's milk is the best nutrition for the baby, and it also gives emotional attachment. Proper cleaning of the nipple is also necessary
11. During mosquito season, nets should be used regularly as many diseases are transmitted by mosquitos
12. A calm atmosphere should be maintained for a good sleep
13. A first aid box should be kept in the baby's room, which should contain sterile cotton, dressing materials, antiseptic lotion, ointment, and forceps. Keep a phone book close by with the phone numbers of doctors, ambulance, police etc (see separate First Aid Kit article)
14. Child's medicines should be kept in separate area inaccessible to the children
15. Use proper car seats (see separate artciles about car seats here and here)
16. When you are going out with the baby keep an identity card with your phone number and address inside his small pocket

See the additional article titled 16 More Miscellaneous Baby Safety Tips.