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What do I need in a nursery? We are answering this most frequently asked question and looking at all the essentials needed for a nursery.
So everywhere you look, there are countless baby nursery items. But how do you figure out what you really need in a nursery versus nursery items that are nice to have?
The key to figuring out what you need in a nursery is to identify the nursery items that can help you as a new parent and help you take care of the baby.
Here are the top 10 baby nursery items you'll need in the nursery.
WHAT YOU NEED IN THE NURSERY TO HELP YOU TAKE CARE OF BABY
1.CRIB
The most important piece of furniture in the nursery is the crib. A crib is made to the highest specifications and is the safest sleep environment possible for your baby.
There are many different designs to choose from and you can easily find a crib at every budget point. Read this post to look at our picks for best baby cribs.
2.BASSINET
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends sharing the same room with your baby for the first 6 months. However, your baby should always have their own sleep surface.
A bassinet is a great option and will help keep your baby safe and close to you during those first few months.
A bassinet is a sleeping space that is smaller than a crib and designed for newborns and younger babies. Read this post for our picks for best bassinets.
3.CHANGING TABLE
Changing diapers is probably not going to be your favorite activity but with a newborn, you'll end up having to change baby's diapers over 8-10 times a day.
Hence, setting up an organized diapering station is so important and will make your life easier.
4.NURSERY CHAIR
Yet another important nursery item is a nursery chair to create a beautiful and comfortable nursing nook.
You'll undoubtedly spend countless hours feeding and bonding with your baby, so pick a nursery chair that's both high on style and comfort.
5.OTTOMAN/FOOT STOOL
Every nursing nook needs a place to put your feet up. An ottoman or footstool will help you sit up tall and get in the best ergonomic position for breastfeeding the baby.
6.BLACK OUT CURTAINS
Here's the thing, we are all in for natural light to flood into the nursery and make the space look so gorgeous. But when it comes to baby's sleep, the darker the room, the better the baby sleeps!
So you'll need blackout curtains to help create a dark nursery environment for your baby.
7.STORAGE BASKETS
Every nursery needs storage solutions to keep messes at bay and we just can't do without storage baskets.
Storage baskets will help you organize all those toys, books and stuffies while adding warmth and texture to the nursery design.
8.CLOTHES HAMPER
A clothes hamper is a must have item in the nursery to collect baby's dirty clothes.
9.BABY MONITOR
Whether you want to get through the night with less stress and more rest or if you hope to do chores while the baby is napping, a baby monitor will be your new BFF and give the peace of mind.
10.HUMIDIFIER
Finally, every nursery needs an humidifier. A humidifier can help moisturize the air, which can help reduce certain symptoms your baby might be experiencing, such as congestion or a sore throat.
Last Updated on September 7, 2020 by Tira Attygalla
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