It's hard to believe when you hold your tiny newborn, but by the end of the first year, some babies will be taking their first faltering steps.
Think about baby-proofing your home even before your baby becomes mobile. Simple things like moving poisonous cleaning fluids to a cupboard out of the reach of exploring little hands can make a difference when your crawling baby starts to investigate your cupboards.
Getting ready before your baby is mobile can help you keep your sanity and your baby safe - moments of panic can be kept to a minimum with a little forward planning.
There are three things to think about in your efforts to make your baby safe - your home, the babies themselves and you as parents.
Baby-proofing your home is essential - or you'll spend all the toddler years stressed out and saying "no" to everything.
Even from a very young age, it makes sense to teach your children about danger, for the inevitable time when they are on the move.
Be alert - your watchful eyes and quick actions are the best thing to keep your baby safe. You need to have eyes in the back of your head and always be one step ahead - think about the next skill she'll learn and plan ahead. Never take anything for granted - she'll always do more than you think possible.
The simple answer at this age is you probably can't, and it will cause enormous stress to you and upset to her if you try. The best plan is to spend time baby-proofing your home - putting as many dangerous or precious things as possible out of reach of your inquisitive baby. This will help cut down the need for battles. Babies and toddlers learn about their world by exploring and touching things. This curiosity is needed for your daughter's development and is not 'naughty'. Your challenge will be to encourage your baby to explore while making sure she's safe, and your precious mementoes stay in one piece.