It can be a little...no completely...overwhelming to undertake the process of setting up a new nursery. There is a multitude of products, styles, colours and prices and all of it is so darn cute. Not to mention the fact that anything to do with babies is prime time marketing. So often we are compelled to believe that we must have or do this or that to be doing the best by our little ones.
Many parents will vouch for the fact that it is very easy to get swept up in the hype of baby products and clever sales techniques that would have us believe that babies require top shelf, elaborate and quite fancy products. What really matters is that the products purchased for your little one's nursery are safe and will give you peace of mind as well as meet both your needs and those of the baby. With this in order, you can have a lot of fun decorating and arranging an adorable nursery.
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Read on for essential aspects to consider in preparing your baby's nursery...
Handy Tips for Setting Up a Baby Nursery
Safety, Space and Comfort first:
Australian Standards and New Zealand Standards - Do your research to ensure that the products you will invest in meet current Australian and New Zealand standards and guidelines. While most reputable dealers will only stock items that meet the standards, you are best to be conversant with the standards and confident that what you are purchasing is safe according to the best guidance available.
Space - Be clear about the space that is available in the baby's room as this will affect the size of the furniture you can consider. Also consider space saving furniture pieces such as combination changing table/sets of drawers or changing tables that fit on top of the cot.
Paint - Ensure that any paint that is used on furniture (including furniture that you are considering re-painting) is free of lead and is non-toxic.
Plan the layout of the nursery - Cots are best positioned away from windows and shelves and it is important to consider the length of cords for curtains and blinds. Cords should be shortened or removed altogether.
Room temperature - Investing in a room thermometer is a great idea to ensure the room is kept at just the right temperature for baby. If warming up the room before baby goes to bed, ensure that the heater is never left on when the baby is asleep in the room.
Power points - Ensure that all power points in the room are child-proofed. Covers can be purchased from online and offline baby stores.
Some specifics for pieces of nursery furniture:
Cot - The cot mattress should fit the cot exactly and should be firm and clean. No mobiles, toys or bumpers should be placed inside the cot as these can restrict air flow, a major factor related to SIDS. A mobile can always be positioned above the cot to entertain baby.
Bedding - All bedding used in the cot should have no ties, cords or buttons that could lead to strangulation or choking. Pillows, quilts and doonas should only be used for children older than 12 months.
Changing time - It is handy to have everything needed for a nappy change close by but beyond the reach of your baby. You will want and need lotions, creams and of course nappies close at hand but not so close that they could cause danger or distract your baby.
Toy boxes - Ideal toy boxes are light weight, have a non-attachable lid and are well ventilated. Make sure toy boxes are placed away from the baby's cot and preferably out of the baby's sight -- it is not helpful to have baby spy the box of toys as you are trying to get them off to sleep.
Night light or lamp - The last thing you want to do in the middle of the night is wake the baby with too much stimulation in the room. A dim light or lamp can be a great investment - allowing you to see what you are doing with minimal disturbance to the baby.
Fun Stuff!
Setting up your baby's nursery can also be a lot of fun. As the nursery is a place for sleeping, calm soothing colours are recommended and particularly if the gender of the child is not known, neutral colours such as yellow and green are a good idea.
Many gorgeous stencils and stickers are available and many of these are themed - seaside and fairy scenes are just two examples. Consider painting walls or applying transfers with images that you like.
Nurseries can also be beautifully decorated with photographs, toys, crafts, ornaments and special treasures of the family. Don't be afraid to paint your own pictures and display them in the nursery; these can be simple and add a personal touch to the room of the newest and dearly treasured family member.
Setting up a baby nursery is a special time for any family. With the safety considerations listed above taken into consideration, you can have some fun with the process of creating a unique and special place for your littlest family member.
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