Welcoming a baby into your family means welcoming a whole bunch of stuff—while some items are simply nice to have, others are absolutely essential. Baby gates are vital to keeping babies and toddlers away from areas in your home you can’t fully child-proof, such as stairs, fireplaces, and other hazards. It's imperative that you get your baby gates up and secure as soon as (or hopefully before) your baby starts to move around independently.
