You set up your Christmas tree a few days ago. Doesn’t it look nice? All those pretty lights and sparkling decorations just transformed the room and everyone is suddenly obsessed with what you’re putting under the tree. Now, all you have to do is…Was that a tinkling crash? Oh, no! Well, looks like the first thing you need to do is put the glass ornaments higher up on the tree so your curious toddler and playful pup can’t knock them down! Here are a few other things you should consider:
- Keep any falling needles off the floor. Babies, kittens and puppies might decide to check out the taste and that isn’t a good thing, whether the needles are real or artificial.
- Don’t let pets or toddlers near the tree. You may want to put a portable playpen around the tree until Christmas day to guard against speedy toddlers getting to the tree before grown ups can catch them.
- Make sure the tree is properly secured in the stand. A big, fully decorated tree is very heavy. Having a tree fall on you would really hurt!
- Keep any light cords out of the way so people won’t trip on them. If you can’t run a cord along a wall or under a carpet to the outlet, tape it down so there aren’t big loops of wire on the floor.
- Avoid putting any candles near the tree. An open flame and dry branches are not a good combination.
Do you have any tips for Christmas tree safety?
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