Nursery Must-Haves We Recommend
A beautiful nursery is lovely, but the best nursery is one that makes everyday life easier for both baby and parent.
When you start shopping for a nursery, it is easy to get carried away. There are adorable baskets, decorative cushions, beautiful furniture and countless gadgets promising to make life with a baby easier.
But you do not actually need everything.
Start with the basics and build from there.
A Safe Place To Sleep
Your baby's sleep space should be one of the first things you organize.
A properly sized crib, firm crib mattress and fitted crib sheets are key pieces of nursery equipment. Babylist's current registry checklist includes a crib, crib mattress and crib sheets among its essential sleep items.
The Newton Essential Crib Mattress is one option parents may want to consider. It is designed to fit standard US cribs and is washable, with a firm infant surface and breathable construction. Target currently lists it at $199.99.
Where to shop
A Bedside Bassinet
Many parents prefer having their baby nearby during the early months.
The HALO BassiNest Swivel Sleeper 3.0 is designed to sit beside the parent's bed and has a swivel feature that can make nighttime access more convenient. Target currently lists the product as available in the US.
Remember that a bassinet is only suitable for the stage and weight limits specified by its manufacturer.
Where to shop
Shop HALO BassiNest at Target
Shop HALO BassiNest on Amazon
A Changing Area
You do not necessarily need a large changing table.
A changing pad placed on a secure, appropriate surface can work well. Add diapers, wipes, diaper cream and a few spare outfits nearby.
Keeping everything within reach can make those middle of the night changes much less chaotic.
A Few Helpful Extras
A baby monitor can be useful if your baby sleeps in another room. A small laundry basket, storage bins and a comfortable chair can also become surprisingly valuable.
A comfortable chair is particularly useful for feeding, soothing and those moments when your baby simply wants to be held.
You may also want:
• A baby monitor• A changing pad• Diaper storage• A small laundry basket• Fitted crib sheets• Swaddles• A comfortable feeding chair• A small night light• A baby thermometer
Keep It Simple
Your nursery does not need to look like a catalogue.
Babies need a safe place to sleep, clean clothes, diapers and plenty of love. Everything else can be added gradually as you discover what works for your family.
The goal is not to create the perfect nursery.
It is to create a space that feels calm, practical and comfortable for the people who will actually use it.
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