Struggling to master your baby’s bedroom design? This post is for you! – Mummascribbles

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When we had Zach, we were living in a very tiny one-bedroom flat. For a year and a half, he shared our room and whilst I did make him his own little corner of comfort, it wasn’t quite getting to create his very own nursery. When we finally bought our first house and he did get his own room, I just loved creating it for him! 

A child’s bedroom should make them feel safe, comfortable and loved. While a baby might not appreciate this until they are a little older, you will naturally want to get it right for them. It is, after all, one of the most exciting tasks that you will get to complete during pregnancy and it’s much easier to do it before they make their grand entrance! This quick checklist will lead you to great results.

Focus on nighttime

A child’s bedroom serves many functions. First and foremost, though, it is a place to sleep. While it’s highly likely that your son or daughter will stay in your room for the first few months, they’ll be in their first bed before you know it. This guide on Baby Crib Sets: What To Look For When Furnishing Your Nursery should help provide the inspiration that you need to create a comfy sleeping area.

In addition to your child’s comfort, you must not ignore your own. I highly recommend getting a cot that can be raised during those early months as you’ll have less bending over to do. And if you can afford a rocking chair, they’ll make the nighttime feeds more bearable!

Ensure the bedroom promotes comfort

You want to create a calm and comfortable environment for your baby and one of the most commonly overlooked issues is the flooring. Opting for a soft carpet is often the best solution. Aside from the texture which will prevent them from hurting themselves, it will also help keep the warmth in during the colder nights.

Other key features to consider include soft lighting, HVAC systems, and drapes. A comfy and inviting room will make moving them into it easier for you and they will appreciate it for years to come. 

Make sure it’s safe

While you may think it will be a while before your baby can get themselves into any trouble, it really doesn’t take long for them to start moving around. It’s easiest to childproof as you decorate it so that you know it’s done and you don’t have to revisit the matter. Make sure that as you put furniture and accessories in, none if it could become a hazard when they are on the move. As well as childproofing the room, it’s a good idea to check for any signs of leaks or mould as these could cause issues like respiratory problems. Try and get any of these problems sorted before the baby comes along to put your mind at ease. The boys’ bedroom in our old house was full of mould and it was one of the reasons I was so desperate to move out! 

Have space to play

Having an area of the bedroom where they can safely play. While unsupervised play won’t come just yet, you can build that positive bond with this part of the home. A corner with books and soft toys is a perfect setting for a baby, and somewhere they can practise that all-important tummy time that all babies hate! This guide How To Do Tummy Time With Your Baby: 8 Fun Activities To Try is a great read. A warm, cosy area is just the thing.

As your child gets older, they may want to have a space for playing games, reading, learning, and expressing themselves. Of course, you’ll have other spots around the home to support this, but the bedroom should be their own little retreat all the time. 

Add a personal touch

Whether you opt for a neutral colour scheme or a boy/girl design, simple personal touches are ideal. It could mean a stencil or canvas that displays their name, a clay mould of their hand or footprint, or even a lovely bit of bunting to brighten it up. It doesn’t have to be expensive to create the result you want.

As your child edges towards the toddler years, they can compare their growing hands/feet with the moulded baby ones, and seeing their name every time they are in their room will help them to learn how to spell it! 

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Keep it organised

Easier said than done, I know, but an organised nursery or child’s bedroom will be far easier to maintain. While a baby is unlikely to cause much mess, this soon changes once they start walking. This guide to decluttering toys will be helpful over the years to come. In truth, though, it’s best to take a preventative measure by trying to keep on top of the clutter. If nothing else, it can be a valuable lesson for youngsters to gain at a young age.

In the meantime, you will find that the nursery is a great place to store their lotions and other baby items. These won’t be needed forever, especially in the volumes you need when they are a baby, and when this space is no longer needed, you’ll have space to introduce a few toys and other features. 

Look for cost-effective solutions

It can be tempting to spend a fortune on a baby nursery transformation but in most cases, it’s not worth it. As they hit the toddler years, their personalities will come through and suddenly you’ll be wanting to change it all over again to suit who they are. Focus your spending on good mattresses and other functional items. As for the decor, affordable shortcuts work better. Rather than a baby wallpaper, you can choose to paint the walls and use wall stickers that can subsequently be changed as required.

You can also make practical choices for the future by choosing products like wooden toy boxes that can be painted as required. Aside from changing the look, it gives you the option to keep products looking new thanks to a little upcycling. Also think about the wardrobe. As your baby grows, they’ll need a bigger wardrobe, so is it worth spending out on that from the start so you don’t have to add another expense further down the line?

The final word 

Building a beautiful nursery environment will have a positive impact on your child’s happiness and comfort. Moreover, it is one of the best preparations that you can make before becoming parents. Once you get started, you’ll never look back.