Preparing your home for your first
child is a daunting task, so it is best to begin as early as you can. You want
to bring your newborn into the safest environment possible and with these easy tips,
you can get your home ready for your new arrival.
- Choose which room will be the nursery. Although you will find when registering that
babies come with a lot of equipment, their nursery does not require much
space. Consider the space needed for a
crib, changing table and a glider. If possible,
choose a room that is more than a wall away from your main living space to
avoid noises and other distractions to the baby while sleeping.
- Consider the changes that need to be made to
your master bedroom as well since your little bundle will likely be sharing
your bedroom for the first few months.
You do not want to turn your room into a nursery, but you want to
maintain a peaceful place to care for your newborn all hours of the night. This might mean adding a small rocking chair
or storage for feedings and changes.
- Shop for the big items early so that you can
have your nursery designed and setup prior to the final trimester, when you
will want to feel rested and prepared. There are so many crib and changing table
options, be sure to research safety features – The Consumer Product Safety
Commission has valuable information to help you make these decisions. If possible, splurge on a non-toxic
eco-friendly crib mattress.
- Your baby
will spend so much time in his or her crib, it is a worthwhile investment.
- It is never too early to start child proofing
your home. From outlet plugs to gates,
and cabinet locks to furniture anchors, start now, because you will be much too
busy once your baby is moving!
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