The placement of the playpen should be determined based on your home environment and your baby's needs. Here are some common suggestions:
Stairs and Hazardous Areas: If your home has stairs, a kitchen, a fireplace, or other hazardous areas, it’s a good idea to place a playpen at the entrance to these areas to prevent your baby from entering these hazardous areas. Make sure the fence is tight and secure against the wall to prevent your baby from getting around it or knocking it over.
Indoor activity area: If you want to define a safe activity area for your baby, you can place the playpen in a suitable location indoors. This area can be the living room, family room, or baby's room. Make sure there are no dangerous objects or furniture in the playpen and that the baby has enough space to move around freely in the playpen.
Outdoor play area: If you plan to let your baby play outdoors, you can place the playpen in an area such as the garden, balcony or terrace. Make sure the playpen is waterproof, durable, and securely fastened to prevent your baby from escaping or having an accident.
Room Separation: Sometimes you may want to separate a room, such as to provide a quiet sleeping area for your baby or to limit your baby's access to a work area. In this case, the playpen can be placed at the doorway of the room or in an area that needs to be separated.
It should be noted that the placement of the playpen should take into account the safety and convenience of the baby. Make sure the fence is securely installed and has no sharp or dangerous parts. In addition, guardians should always keep an eye on the baby to ensure that their activities in the pen are safe.
The best thing to do is to decide where to place your playpen based on your home layout and your baby's needs. If you have special needs or questions, it is recommended to seek the advice of a pediatrician or child safety expert.