LINDAM BY MUNCHKIN STAIR GATES: This child safety gate with squeeze and lift handle offers easy adult opening. The extra wide walk-through stairgate is made from strong steel, with no drilling needed

Choose from our wide range of safety gates to suit your requirements. Whether you require a wall mounted baby gate or a pressure fit safety gate, you will find the right equipment to make your home a safe environment. Discover our Advice Hub With our range of baby and child childproofing equipment and essentials you can prevent injury and accidents with ease and peace of mind. And if you want to know the experience of parents after buying this item, here are some valuable testimonials: Also, consider where your toddler’s bed is in the room. Do you need two-bed guards, or is one side up against the wall?

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The minimalist design on the bed guard makes a superb choice for parents whose toddlers want to feel like big boys and girls. The cleverly sculpted height of the wedge only appears as a small protrusion on any bed. It serves the purpose of keeping the child safe at night without denting their image or self-esteem.

When choosing these toddler bed guards, we considered and compared protection, comfort, ease of assembly, convenience and portability. My son has just moved up to a toddler bed and I bought this to stop him from falling from the side of it. It was so easy to fix together, the instructions are easy to follow and it can be adjusted to fit different sized beds. I like that the side can fold down for easy access to the bed and the fact that it’s fabric means that it’s breathable.” Don't cover the bed guard in fabrics or clothing. This could make the bed guard dangerous, as it could prevent your child from being able to breathe when against the guard. Always make sure that the bed guard is completely breathable, and there's nothing preventing air from getting in and out. I would always advise investing in a bed guard, as leaving the safety of a cot and going straight into a bed with no sides can sometimes lead to accidents. You can remove the guards once you think they are used to their bed and not likely to roll out. BABY STAIR GATE EXTENSION OPTIONS: Adjusts to fit openings of 76 to 82cm, but can be extended up to 117cm with extension kits (sold separately). Easy to use, 5-minute installation with tools providedIf possible, put one side of your toddler's bed against the wall. This prevents the need to buy multiple bed guards, and offers a natural guard instead.

Most bed guards are made from fabric or mesh, meaning they’re softer when your little one sleeps up against them. If you choose a fabric or mesh bed guard, always make sure they’re breathable. Wooden bed guards act like rails, very similar to the sides of a cot. They're not so popular these days, and we haven't actually featured any in our shortlist. Make sure the bed guard is properly fitted. Follow the manufacturer's instructions and test its strength by pushing on the guard from inside the bed. If the bed guard falls or moves, it hasn't been safely fitted, and should be fixed before your toddler uses it. Baby expert Dean Smith also gave us some top tips to ensure that once you've bought a bed guard, you install and use it safely. He says:The Foam Bed Guard Bed Rail makes a perfect divider if you have to put two toddlers in the same bed. It also makes an excellent way to create a small and cosy space for a young child when putting them to sleep in a king-sized bed. If the bed is in the middle of the room, simply get a pair of the bed guards and keep you little one safe at night. We’re passionate about baby and child safety at home. Using stair gates, baby gates and other child safety essentials, you can create a safe environment, keeping everything harmful and out of baby’s reach. We're passionate about making parenting easier and more enjoyable, and we're proud to be a trusted brand for parents around the world. So why wait? Start exploring our range of sippy cups, travel essentials, feeding products, bath toys and more, and discover why Munchkin.co.uk is the go-to destination for parents everywhere. Lindam and Munchkin Read next: Best baby gates: the best budget, tall and wide baby gates on the market When do you use a toddler bed guard? There are various types of bed guards available, from fabric to solid, from temporary and moveable to more permanent.