baby gate up!

Even though we are on the second floor of the house we are renting, there is still a set of three stairs that separate the living and dining area.  Otherwise known as a baby hot spot.  He just gravitates towards that area...other areas include the cabinet below the sink and the dog bowl.  I am doing anything in my power to slow the process of crawling down - my pleading with him to slow down just isn't working though.  And while we are still in the army crawl stage...he is getting really good at it...and fast.  And with a few close call incidents it was time to bring out the big guns...the baby gate.

When we first looked at this rental the built in baby gate was an instant seller for me.  Our landlords, who also built and lived here, had four children and must have known the importance of a good sturdy baby gate.  And for that I am very thankful.

Now to learn how to juggle a dog, 4 year old, and baby that seem to always want to be on the other side of the gate...