Rugs and artwork are great to have in a nursery, but they’re not essentials. Let’s look at the must-haves for your baby’s nursery as you prepare to be a first-time mom.
A Place for Baby to Sleep
Yes, that’s essential! Your baby needs a place to sleep, whether it is a crib or bassinet. You will also want the accessories for it, including a mattress and sheets.
Keep blankets out of the sleeping area until the little one is older. Also, invest in blinds for the window so that you can darken the room when the little cutie wants to take a nap.
A Place to Change the Baby
While the floor works in a pinch as an area for changing the baby, it’s best to have a change table or a dresser so you won’t have to bend down as often. A change mat is a necessity, and make sure it’s easy to wipe down.
Add a laundry pail too if you’re using cloth diapers. Use a garbage pail instead if disposable diapers are what you plan to use there.
Storage for Items
If you use a dresser for the area where you change the baby, then the drawers come in handy for storing supplies. A few things to include are clothes, bibs, wipes, and Grahams Natural Baby Eczema Cream. Their skin is sensitive during this early time in their life, so the gentle cream is great to have on hand.
If you want more storage than the dresser provides, get some open baskets. They will give you quick access to things you need quickly to ease a fussy baby, such as a burp cloth.
A Comfy Chair
A place for you to sit and feed the baby is a must-have. It is a quiet place where you can rest, have the feeding, and get away from the business of the rest of the house.
Choose a comfortable chair, whatever type that is for you. Two common options moms choose are gliders and rocking chairs. Keep a side table close by the chair with a glass to fill with water and a basket that you can fill with healthy snacks, such as fruit and granola bars.
Toys
Of course! You might not think they’re essential, but they will help stimulate the baby. Plus, while changing the little one, a toy in front of them can occupy them while you get the job done.
On a related note, consider adding a mobile above the crib or bassinet as baby’s due date draws near. The swinging motion of them can soothe the baby.
Conclusions on What is Necessary for a Nursery
There is a lot of stuff that can fill up a nursery very quickly. But only a small number of them are necessary. Focusing on the basics means you will get a lot of use out of the items in the room, and it won’t feel cluttered. Enjoy this special time with your infant!
What are some other essentials for the nursery to consider? Was anything on this list unexpected for you?
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