To ensure a listing has what you’ll need for kids, you can always message the host directly with questions before you book.
Safe Kids Worldwide, a global organization dedicated to preventing child injuries, provides an array of resources on child safety on its website.
This includes a series of simple tips on how to make a home safer for children. Below is a full list of the various home risks Safe Kids Worldwide identifies:
- Batteries
- Burns and Scalds
- Carbon Monoxide
- Choking and Strangulation
- Falls
- Fire
- Guns
- Liquid Laundry Packets
- Medication
- Poison
- Sleep Safety and Suffocation
- Toy Safety
- TV and Furniture Tip-Overs
- Water and Drowning
The safety of our hosts, guests, and any accompanying children is our highest priority. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a first time guest, our safety tips will help you along the way.