A nursery calls for adorable decor for sure, but you’ll also need furniture and baby bedding that will make infant care all the easier (and safer).
Here are the baby essentials for any nursery:
1. Crib, cradle or bassinet
Deciding on the right crib is a huge decision. Not only is it the foundation of the nursery, it also keeps your new addition safe as they slumber away.
Here are some ideas:-
Little Seeds Monarch Hill Ivy Metal Crib
Modeled after wrought iron furnishings of the period, this crib’s arched metal tubes and decorative ball castings reflect timeless elegance. Adjust the mattress to three different heights as baby grows, and give your little darling a refined sleeping spot that lasts.
Inspired by the clean lines and ingenuity of Dutch design, nuna offers baby gear that’s simple, practical and stylish. Each and every product is designed to include thoughtful solutions to make family life that much easier. From high chairs and strollers to travel cribs and car seats, nuna provides premium baby gear you and yours can trust for years to come, designed around your life.
2. Firm, flat mattress that fits snugly in the crib
Complete Slumber Waterproof Mini Crib Mattress
The DaVinci Complete Slumber Waterproof Mini Crib Mattress is designed with high-density fibre fill for an extra firm sleeping surface that is GREENGUARD Gold certified, so your baby can sleep safely and comfortably. Parents can easily change crib sheets with this ultra-lightweight mattress that weighs only 3.75 lbs! This mattress features a waterproof, tear-resistant cover that will stay new through years of use.
Albertslund 2-Stage Waterproof Bassinet Mattress is made from 2″-thick medium-firm foam for a soft, yet supportive feel to help your baby get comfy. It’s wrapped in an easy-to-clean vinyl shell to protect it from overnight accidents and all manner of messes that come with babies. Sporting a solid hue to match with any aesthetic, an included mattress sheet features an elasticized hem to fit snugly around the mattress to round out the design.
The upholstered swivel glider chair will be the most comfortable spot in your home to relax. Nursing mothers and babies will love how the smooth gliding motion helps put the little one to sleep while the thickly padded seat cushion, seatback, and armrests provide blissful comfort. The swivel chair is upholstered in a soft, durable, easy-care fabric that works well in any room – not just the nursery. Our transitional styling harmonizes with contemporary and traditional décor. Available in sand beige, stone blue, and light gray colors.
Multi-Purpose Smart HD WiFi Baby Monitoring System, Monitoring Camera
Monitor and stay connected from any location. Advanced secure wireless connection prevents any unauthorized access. MobiCam offers powerful night vision, two way audio with playback of your recordings.
A perfect solution for small spaces, this compact changing table from the Cotton Candy collection provides everything you need for a changing table and dresser. Its 3 large drawers give you all the storage space you need for clothing, bedding, and toys. The beveled top edge, long legs, and white ceramic knobs make this piece special. Once baby outgrows the changing table, easily transform it into a dresser by removing the changing pad. The changing table is perfect for babies up to 30 lb.
With its streamlined design and functionality, the 5 drawer dresser with changing top is a perfect choice for your growing child. The innovative construction combines a smart and stylish dresser with an incredibly convenient changing station, with the addition of an included, removable changing top. Offering ample space for all of your child’s essentials, its sturdy construction, and multipurpose design will be enjoyed for years to come.
Toddlerhood comes with many changes — some big, some small — but one of the most important is the transition from crib to bed. If your toddler is breaking out of their crib, they might be signaling to you that they are ready for big-kid beds.
There are no strict guidelines as to what age kids should switch to a toddler bed, but they can start to show interest as early as 18 months and as late as 4 years old.
While some kids may be enthusiastic about the idea of a toddler bed, for others, the thought of a big bed can be scary. Toddlers’ worlds are changing every day — potty training, new siblings, new school, and more — and life can get overwhelming, so it’s best to keep sleep stress-free and straightforward.
Dream On Me Convertible Toddler Beds
Price:$101.99
This toddler bed comes with detachable rails on either side and is low to the ground for added safety. Plus, the solid-wood foundation makes the bed extra sturdy. It also comes in many different colors and fits a standard toddler bed mattress. You can’t go wrong with this pick.
For parents concerned that they won’t be getting the best bang for their buck with a bed their kids only use for a few years, this toddler bed converts into a table and two chairs after kids grow out of it. Note: The conversion kit is sold separately.
This toddler bed features built-in guard rails that help keep your little one from rolling off. It’s also quite sturdy, and many parents praise how easy it is to assemble.
Shop the best toddler bedding in “Toy Story,” construction, and unicorn prints — just to name a few!
Your little one isbig enough for his or her own bed. Or maybe, your almost-big kid is still in the crib but has outgrown babyish bedding. Either way, we scoped out the cutest, comfiest, most toddler-approved bedding to help make your growing child’s room almost as special as they are.
Meet the pillows, quilts, comforters and sheet sets sized just right for a budding big boy or girl. Both parents and kiddos will adore the fun themes represented in our roundup of the best toddler bedding to shop in 2020. Think llamas and dinos, woodland creatures and, of course, princesses. We also included neutrals and patterns inspired by modern sensibilities to fit a wide array of home decors and personal aesthetics.
Here’s hoping you find the perfect inspiration for designing a toddler bed your darling will doze off in, no questions asked. Hey, a parent can dream too, right?
CHECK THESE OUT
Aztec 4-Piece Set
$60.22
Get it all in one with this Southwest-inspired toddler bedding set that’s both stylish and affordable for your lil’ man’s first big boy bed.
Specifications: Comforter, flat and fitted sheet and pillowcase included
This hypoallergenic pillow is the ideal size to carry you from baby feedings to bedtime in a big boy bed. Reviewers say the size is right, and this is one comfy pillow kids love!
I’ve followed some Feng Shui techniques in the past, but to keep it simple, I used to just try my hardest to keep the children’s toys in their rooms or their basement playroom.
I keep all books, papers and office materials in my home office; all clothes in closets, hampers or laundry room etc. And if an item finds its way out of place, I put it back where it belongs, promptly. I am a firm believer that clutter creates disorder and chaos and an settled mind.
Ohdeedoh did a great post years about Feng shuing your baby’s nursery that seemed helpful to me. Essentially, it took all the most sensible, practical advice and enumerated into a simple checklist I loved!
Check out these awesome tips which I know to non-believers in the ancient Chinese principles and techniques may seem a bit odd or different, but those who have some some basic rudimentary studying of it will get it.
Common-sense things you’re probably already doing: :: Use natural materials whenever possible for bedding, curtains, flooring, rugs, furniture, and toys.
:: Keep drawers and closets organized and pruned of too-small and out-of-season clothing.
:: Have different sources of light in the nursery, some for daytime and others for evening and nighttime.
:: Limit the electrical appliances near the crib. This includes various monitors, air filters, vaporizers, fans, etc.
:: Open windows daily for good ventilation.
:: Influse scents from essential oils like chamomile, rose, vanilla or lavender.
Some more interesting tips you might also want to try:
:: Invest in a mattress made of natural organic materials.
:: Choose a soft shade of green, blue, pink, orange or beige for the walls.