Your baby's on the verge of being mobile, so if you haven't already done this it's time to identify and lock up household poisons. (Note: Some of these will surprise you!)
And just in case, program the number (800) 222-1222 into your phone now, before an emergency occurs, and you'll be ready to call for help if your child ingests or touches a toxic substance. It's the hotline for the American Association of Poison Control Centers, which is staffed 24 hours a day by registered pharmacists, nurses, and doctors with special training in responding to poisoning crisis calls and answering routine questions about household poisons.