5 Essentials You Need for Your Nursery
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Setting up a nursery for your new addition to the family is a joyous thing. However, it will need a bit more than just a crib, some toys and a place for your baby’s clothes. This room needs to be functional and beautiful in every aspect, so follow these five essential tips on how to be completely ready for the upcoming arrival.
A Night Light
Even though your baby isn’t afraid of the dark just yet, nursery needs a night light to set the mood. It will provide soft lighting that will illuminate the room so that your spouse won’t be stubbing your toes when stumbling around the nursery in at 3 a.m. Besides, this mellow light will help your baby learn the difference between day and night. What’s more, the soothing atmosphere won’t cause too much of a shock for the baby when he or she wakes up in the middle of the night.
Changing Station
Let’s face it, there will be diapers all over the place as soon as the baby comes. In order to better organize the nursery and yourself, whenever it is a diaper-changing time, it is essential to have a designated place for this “dirty” job. Find a dresser with an appropriate height and place a changing pad on top of it. Also, the dresser should be large enough for the pad to fit along with all the diapers, powders, creams, wipes and lotions. Additionally, you can store all the spare diapers in the drawers beneath and have everything in one place for perfect organization and faster diaper change.
Cotton Bedding and Sheets
The crib will be your baby’s safest place on earth where he or she will rest and grow. That is why it should be comfortable. Firstly, you need a comfy mattress that will support your baby’s fragile back. Then, the mattress should be covered with quality sheets, preferably made of cotton. Natural materials will make sure your baby won’t sweat during the night and they will lower the risks of any rashes and other skin irritations. That is why you should consider having at least two baby cot sets and make sure you change and wash them frequently.
The Mom Zone
Feeding your newborn is one of the most precious moments but it can take a long time. Plus, you are cannot move around freely while breastfeeding. In order to make this touching moment even more enjoyable, you should create a perfect mom zone. Place a side table and provide a rocking chair or a glider. Set the table with some snacks, such as almonds and bananas and keep a water bottle near. Additionally, you can keep some books or magazines here as well, and enjoy your relaxation time while feeding your baby. In the mom zone, you can put anything you need for entertainment because you will spend plenty of time there. Also, don’t forget to make the chair comfy so your back wouldn’t get sore.
A Fan
The temperature of the nursery constantly has to be regulated in order for your newborn to be comfortable. AC can sometimes be too harsh for this room, but you can solve temperature problems with a simple electric fan. However, the purpose of this fan doesn’t solely include cooling down the room and providing fresh air for your baby. It also provides a smart and simple source of white noise which will help your newborn fall asleep easier. Additionally, it will mask all the household noises, such as a yipping dog or a doorbell ringing.
Besides soothing colors of the walls and essential furniture, a nursery will need to include the above-mentioned essentials as well. They will make it completely functional for both of you. Additionally, nurseries with these elements are comfortable, which encourages easier adjustment for your baby to his or her new home.
A Night Light
Even though your baby isn’t afraid of the dark just yet, nursery needs a night light to set the mood. It will provide soft lighting that will illuminate the room so that your spouse won’t be stubbing your toes when stumbling around the nursery in at 3 a.m. Besides, this mellow light will help your baby learn the difference between day and night. What’s more, the soothing atmosphere won’t cause too much of a shock for the baby when he or she wakes up in the middle of the night.
Changing Station
Let’s face it, there will be diapers all over the place as soon as the baby comes. In order to better organize the nursery and yourself, whenever it is a diaper-changing time, it is essential to have a designated place for this “dirty” job. Find a dresser with an appropriate height and place a changing pad on top of it. Also, the dresser should be large enough for the pad to fit along with all the diapers, powders, creams, wipes and lotions. Additionally, you can store all the spare diapers in the drawers beneath and have everything in one place for perfect organization and faster diaper change.
Cotton Bedding and Sheets
The crib will be your baby’s safest place on earth where he or she will rest and grow. That is why it should be comfortable. Firstly, you need a comfy mattress that will support your baby’s fragile back. Then, the mattress should be covered with quality sheets, preferably made of cotton. Natural materials will make sure your baby won’t sweat during the night and they will lower the risks of any rashes and other skin irritations. That is why you should consider having at least two baby cot sets and make sure you change and wash them frequently.
The Mom Zone
Feeding your newborn is one of the most precious moments but it can take a long time. Plus, you are cannot move around freely while breastfeeding. In order to make this touching moment even more enjoyable, you should create a perfect mom zone. Place a side table and provide a rocking chair or a glider. Set the table with some snacks, such as almonds and bananas and keep a water bottle near. Additionally, you can keep some books or magazines here as well, and enjoy your relaxation time while feeding your baby. In the mom zone, you can put anything you need for entertainment because you will spend plenty of time there. Also, don’t forget to make the chair comfy so your back wouldn’t get sore.
A Fan
The temperature of the nursery constantly has to be regulated in order for your newborn to be comfortable. AC can sometimes be too harsh for this room, but you can solve temperature problems with a simple electric fan. However, the purpose of this fan doesn’t solely include cooling down the room and providing fresh air for your baby. It also provides a smart and simple source of white noise which will help your newborn fall asleep easier. Additionally, it will mask all the household noises, such as a yipping dog or a doorbell ringing.
Besides soothing colors of the walls and essential furniture, a nursery will need to include the above-mentioned essentials as well. They will make it completely functional for both of you. Additionally, nurseries with these elements are comfortable, which encourages easier adjustment for your baby to his or her new home.
