Preparing your home for a new baby often starts with outlet covers and safety gates — and that’s a great place to begin.

But true readiness goes well beyond baby-proofing. It means thinking about how your household functions in emergencies, how caregivers will know what to do, and how you’ll keep critical information close at hand.

Your baby won’t notice whether the crib matches the curtains, but your future self will be grateful for the systems you put in place now. The more you prepare, the more you’ll be able to focus on your baby — not the logistics.

That’s why many expectant parents use Trustworthy's Family Operating System®, a secure digital vault, to get organized in the background while they focus on the baby up front. From emergency contacts to caregiver instructions, it’s a smarter way to manage everything your home needs to support your growing family.

Step 1: Physical Safety

Before anything else, make sure your space is physically safe and ready for a curious crawler (and eventually, a toddler on the move).

• Install outlet covers, cabinet locks, and safety gates.

• Anchor furniture and secure cords.

• Check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

• Stock your first-aid kit with baby-safe supplies.

• Create a diapering, feeding, and sleeping setup that works for you.

This is the most visible form of preparation — but it’s only one layer.

Step 2: Caregiver Readiness

You won’t always be the one holding the baby. Whether it’s a babysitter, grandparent, or friend stepping in, make sure they have what they need to help.

• Emergency contact list.

• Medical information (allergies, pediatrician).

• Feeding and sleep routines.

• Wi-Fi password, alarm code, and other access info.

• Instructions for what to do if they can’t reach you.

Storing and sharing this kind of info securely is essential — and that’s where Trustworthy comes in. You can safely store all of this information in your Family Operating System® and share it with caregivers on a need-to-know basis. You’ll always have control over what’s visible, and they’ll have access only when they need it.

• Related: Download our babysitter and grandparent checklists

Step 3: Document & System Organization

Once you’ve tackled the basics, consider what systems you’ll need in place long term:

• Where do you store your baby’s insurance information, immunization records, or Social Security card?

• How will someone find emergency documents if you're unavailable?

• What happens if there's a medical emergency or natural disaster?

By organizing now, you can avoid chaos later.

With Trustworthy, you can upload essential documents, household routines, and even backup care plans — so they’re secure, private, and ready to go if something unexpected happens.

A Safer, Smarter Home for Your Family

You’ve got enough on your mind as you prepare for parenthood. Taking care of physical safety is important — but building a reliable system behind the scenes is what truly sets you up for success.

Trustworthy gives you the confidence that no matter who’s helping, no matter what happens, your family’s most important information is secure, private, and in your pocket.