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Start baby proofing! These are the 17 worst hazards in the home for kids

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09Fridge magnets and bags

Tiny, cute magnets may make your fridge look whimsical, but they're a major hazard for babies. Swallowing more than one magnet can cause damage to the GI tract. Shopping bags also pose a hazard.

TIP: Magnets can fall from the top of the fridge, so it's best to remove them completely until your toddler is older. Plastic bags, in particular, are seemingly innocuous items that can suffocate an infant, so store them far away from low drawers.

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Cute Baby Boy Playing with Mom and Magnet Letters Text on Refrigerator Onfokus / Getty Images
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