Christmas is a magical time, especially if you have kids. But if you have toddlers…well, you’ve got an extra layer of challenge to get through the holiday. Because what’s more enticing for a young child than shiny ornaments, colorful lights, and a tree that’s inside the house? So if you’re wondering how to toddler-proof your Christmas tree, we’ve rounded up some of the best suggestions on the internet.
{And – bonus! – some of them will even work if you have cats.}
Buy a “Parasol Christmas Tree.” This 6-foot tree from Argos has no bottom branches to entice young ones. Also available flocked.
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Sure, you could put a toddler gate around your tree, but why not turn it into festive holiday decor instead?
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If your child is no longer in a crib, put that extra furniture to good use!
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Do you have a kiddo who’s really persistent? Here you go.
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Good luck getting your hands on this, kid.
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Try to distract them with their own personal tree.
There’s also a DIY felt option.
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And here’s your budget-friendly option, because Christmas is expensive.
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