Pest Control With a Newborn
- Sean
- Jan 15
- 3 min read
Hey, neighbor! It’s Sean from LOCAL Bug Guy.
If you’re celebrating a recent addition to your family but considering some pest control measures, you’re probably wondering how pest control will affect your newborn baby. Let me lay it out there for you—this should speak some peace to your mind.
And if you live in the Menifee, California, or Springville, Utah areas, consider LOCAL Bug Guy to protect your little ones from common pests. We’ve served hundreds of happy customers for years, and we’ve got the five-star reviews to prove it. Let us give you a free, no-hassle quote to see if we’re a good fit for your home.
Is Pest Control Safe for Newborn Babies?
The simple answer is yes. Pest control is safe for babies when applied properly.
Applying your own pest control products can make things hairy because not everybody follows the instructions on the bottle. If you do, you should be okay. But there are some extra precautions you can take that we’ll list in the section below.
Additionally, hiring a professional pest control company is a smart option if it’s within your budget. Any pest control technician worth their salt will be trained to handle and apply pest control products in a way that’s safe for children.
However, if you’re interested in further steps you can take to reduce exposure for you and your kids, check out the section below.
What are some extra precautions I should take?
Let your pest control pro know that you have a newborn. When you let your pest control pro that you have a baby in the house, that gives them the info they need to be a little more cautious in their approach.
Remove any baby toys from the floor and walls. It’s best practice to clean your space before you treat for pests. This will help make sure that anything you regularly handle won’t get contaminated with the treatment spray. Store your baby’s toys in covered bins or boxes while your home is being treated for pests.
Take the baby out of the house for a few hours. Most pest control sprays need a little while to dry, so it’s not a bad idea to take the newborn out of the house while that happens. Go for a stroll on a nearby bike trail. Go to the park. Do some shopping. Once you return, your home will be protected from bugs for another few months and it’ll be a safer environment for your little one.
An extra word of caution
You might be considering skipping pest control products altogether because you don’t trust the chemicals in them. We understand where that fear can come from, but you should also consider the germs and diseases that are carried by pests like cockroaches, mice, and spiders. If you decide to skip pest control altogether, you might be doing your baby more harm than good.
Trust the professionals
LOCAL Bug Guy has served Utah and California for years, removing and preventing common pests from homes like yours. Pests like spiders, ants, cockroaches, and wasps hate to see us coming. If you’d like a free quote, contact us using the link below! We’d love to see how we can serve you.
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