Change Tables and Bouncinettes Babies can roll off change tables, so make sure there's a strap to keep the child in place and that the sides can be raised to prevent it rolling off. There should be no gaps or spaces near the changing surface which could trap a child's head or limbs. Never leave a baby unattended on a change table. Make sure bouncinettes have straps to secure the child and that it has a broad, stable base to prevent it tipping over. Don't leave children unattended in bouncinettes and keep it at floor level - most injuries happen when bouncinettes fall off tables, benches or beds.
Many experts now believe that children are better off without baby walkers.
Not only is there no evidence that they improve a child's development, but they also enable children to move into dangerous situations - many injuries occur when children fall down steps or reach dangerous items such as hot irons, medications or other poisonous substances. If you must use a baby walker, make sure the child is supervised all the time. Use it on a flat surface where there are no harmful objects within reach. Using Child Restraints in Cars Children aren't safe just because they're in the back seat or held in a parent's arms - unless it's secured by a car restraint or seat belt, it's five times more likely to die than the child who is. Like nursery furniture, a child's car restraint should carry the Australian Standard sign.