It's that time again! National Bath Safety Month!

Nearly 370 people suffer bathtub or shower related injuries each day throughout the country according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. With January being National Bath Safety Month, we felt it was a good time to share some of the great tips to keep families safe throughout the year. From grab bars and walk-in tubs to something as simple as rubber shower mats, there are a number of options for making your bathroom safer for the elderly and children alike.

Here are three things to keep in mind when choosing to improve the safety of your bathroom:

• Traffic: Is the bathroom in question one that is frequently used? Do you have a lot of family visiting throughout the year for holidays and other events? Do you have kids or elderly people in your home? These are some very important questions to ask yourself when choosing safety options. Just like people, all homes are different and looking into the needs of a home can help with making decisions.

• Practicality/Time: As we all know, some projects take longer than others. When choosing to improve or renovate your bathroom having a timetable of when projects need to be completed will reduce your stress and keep you on task. Knowing that your improvements will keep your family safe should be fun and will ultimately give you peace of mind.

• Cost: It's what we're all thinking, right? Don't worry, there are a number of options to choose from that might be right for your family without re-doing your entire bathroom. Any improvements you make will be worth every penny when the ones you love are safe in your home.