Check out the newest addition to the house! We added a 'baby gate' to the kitchen to keep Alli out. I fought getting one, because it just seemed more hassle than it was worth, but....as much as she likes to watch the flame on the stove, we were worried about her getting too close to the fire. An added bonus is that is also keeps her out of the cupboards and the frig! But...you have to actually use it. It is retractable, so it isn't like you have to take it down and put it up, but it doesn't fasten and unfasten easily. I am hoping it will loosen up a little bit as it gets broken in (and not broken!)