We live in a two story house, and we need to keep Nico off the stairs. Now that he’s starting to move independently, we’re looking into stair gates. Candice likes this one, but I think it’s too flimsy, and he’ll climb up it and push it over and fall down the stairs. I prefer one that screws into the wall, like so, but that one has been marked down over 75% (what’s wrong with it?).
Anyone have any suggestions? Other than proper parental supervision, of course (just kidding).

http://www.amazon.com/First-Years-Hands-Free-Gate/dp/B000058CC7/ref=pd_cp_ba_3_img?pf_rd_p=413863701&pf_rd_s=center-41&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B00067AEGC&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0MQKDFXJJMZMEK7NM679
What about this one? Denise used it for Mia. It worked pretty well in doorways.
I’d say use a fabric gate with some lace and grommet or snaps. Sorta like a big ol’ projection screen or trampoline. That way there is no foothold and I haven’t seen any small child able to undo snaps from the opposite side of a gate.
You would be suprised on what the basic wooden ones will hold. My dogs can barrel into them and they stay into place.
I would suggest this:
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http://www.tractorsupply.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay_10551_10001_36002_-1______?rFlag=true&cFlag=1
These 2 pices together make the best fence available. Let me know if you need any more help.
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