Our 9 mo. If I hadn't kept a close eye on her, she could have been hurt. She managed to get a handful of soap and could have eaten it if I hadn't noticed what she had found. I've seen info on news programs about replacing the doorstops that have the removable rubber end cap with a type that is one solid piece to reduce the risk of choking. Just wanted to pass along the info so parents will at least be aware of the risk.
Constant supervision is the best answer.
Whatever you do, please do not set your baby on the dining room table in a carrier, a bouncer or anything. Dont even put them on the couch and walk away for even one second. I was feeding her and got up for one second to grab a washcloth off the counter. Luckily she was ok, but it scared her so bad, she cried for an hour. I am concerned that a pressure gate or installed gate before the stairway, will not be enough.