There are many beautiful decorations for children’s rooms these days, but remember to choose something that is stimulating and looks good. Many moms choose pastel colors, but bright colors are more interesting for a baby. Make sure everything is washable (including the walls) and easy to care for. Make sure you don’t waste time taking care of the baby’s room that should be spent taking care of the baby. When it comes to sheets, fitted sheets are best, make sure you have waterproofing under them and always keep two spares on hand.
As in all bedrooms, your baby needs a bed to sleep. In Europe it is common to have a small cot or cot for your baby at first and then move to a larger cot which in many cases can be converted to a bed once your baby is no longer a baby. It is important that you can put the baby in the crib or crib with one hand, so you minimize the chances that she will wake up during the transfer. It’s worth experimenting with the latches on cribs before you buy, and make sure that while you can easily move the side, your baby can’t. In a surprisingly short time, your cuddly little baby will grow into a hopping toddler whose goal, when she is placed in a crib, is likely to be to escape. It is your job to make this difficult and therefore keep your baby safe.
You will also need drawers in which to store your baby’s clothing and supplies. There are ranges of furniture that are sold specifically for babies, and if you can afford it, go for it. It looks wonderful, but the truth is that a drawer is a drawer and there is no difference in functionality between a baby drawer and an adult drawer, but a baby drawer will almost certainly be cute and cost more. The same can be said of a closet.
A specific piece of furniture for babies that is useful is a changing table. Some mothers prefer to use a towel spread out on the crib or bed, while others find it a little painful to bend over while they heal and prefer the special support. Many changing tables are simply wipe clean surfaces on top of a set of drawers.
A comfortable chair is absolutely essential. Here you’ll snuggle and sing and possibly fall asleep while your baby, safe in his crib, does the same. Make sure it’s comfortable, and if you can find a rocking chair, many will find it helpful to put your baby to sleep.
Babies hate to sleep when they think something more exciting might be going on, so you’ll need to lower the light level in the room. Buy blinds or shades with a blackout coating that shuts out light completely. If you can afford it, there are programmable dimmer switches you can use at bedtime, which will slowly reduce the light level over time and help your baby sleep peacefully.
Lastly, don’t forget toys, especially those with bright colors and interesting textures that also make noise. Some stuffed animals, pillows, cushions, an inflatable chair and musical mobiles. Your goal is to create a rich environment for your baby’s senses, but remember that nighttime is not a time to feel enriched. Ample closet space in the baby’s room will ensure you can place toys where they can’t be seen, and to a baby’s brain, out of sight is out of mind.
Everyone has a different idea of the perfect nursery; all you need to remember is that it’s not about appearances. A nursery is, next to your kitchen, the most industrious room in the house. Keep it practical and comfortable as well as beautiful and you’ll create the perfect room for your new baby.