Preparing questions in advance can help patients and parents have more meaningful discussions with physicians regarding their or their child’s treatment options. The following questions related to child safety may be helpful:

1. Where can I find help in childproofing my home?
   
   
2. Are there particular changes in the home that are crucial and absolutely should be made, regardless of finances?
   
   
3. Where can I find child safety products?
   
   
4. Are there resources that can help me determine the safety of cribs, strollers, etc.?
   
   
5. Where should I store my emergency numbers?
   
   
6. How many first aid kits do I need? Where should I keep them?
   
   
7. When should my child start swimming lessons?
   
   
8. How many childproofing measures must I duplicate at a caregiver’s or grandparent’s home?
   
   
9. My parents believe I’m excessive in my use of child safety items such as car seats. How can I convince them they are necessary?
   
   
10. Are there certain toys I should not give my child?
    
    
11. At what point can I remove cabinet latches and outlet covers?
    
    
12. My child walks to and from school. How can I ensure his/her safety during such times?
    
    
13. How can I prevent my child from visiting inappropriate Internet sites?