Measure doorways and stairs

Before you buy a stair gate ensure you have measured the doorways and stair so you know how wide it is.

Stairgates are adjustable but making sure you've got the right gate first is important.

Stair gate - essential baby purchase

As soon as your baby starts to crawl you'll need a stair gate. They are an essential bit of kit that keeps your baby from climbing the stairs and falling down - you only have to turn your back for a second and they're away out of sight. A stair gate helps you relax knowing they can't get up the stairs.

Having a stair gate at the top also means if they get out of their cot during the night then they won't tumble downstairs.