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Decorating Your Baby’s First Room

 

    
 
Decorating your baby's room is one part practical planning, one part pure fun. This will be the centre of your baby's new world – for nursing, changing, lullabies and first smiles. As you plan for your dream nursery, choose colours and furnishings that create a warm, inviting room, and reflect your personal style.
  
     
    Paint the Walls
  
     
 
Inspiration for colours might come from the gender of your baby, a favourite accessory, such as an antique quilt or toy; or a piece of furniture you'd like to make the focal point of the room. Children of all ages love bold, cheerful colours, and studies show that brighter colours stimulate brain activity in infants. Add visual interest by painting the walls with stripes or a multicoloured checkerboard pattern. The closet door and ceiling also make ideal canvases for murals. Appleofmyi has some interesting wall decorating ideas. Check the store.
  
     
   
Try to Stick to a Theme
  
     
 

Themed nurseries make decorating easy because everything coordinates - from crib bedding and rugs to window valances. The Applofmyi home section has collections include themes for boys and girls, as well as gender-neutral designs.

If you are looking for more of an eclectic look, mix gingham and stripes with solid-coloured fabrics.

  
     
   
Fill up the room!
  
     
 

Beyond colour and theme, choose sturdy, stylish furniture that is expertly designed with comfort and safety in mind. A crib that converts to a toddler bed is a smart investment, as is a changing table at a comfortable height that can be used as a dresser later. A cosy oversized chair provides a special spot for sharing precious moments with your littlest one.

Other essentials include a cupboard with baskets for storing clothes, changing essentials, cosy blankets and more. Spacious shelving is perfect for displaying keepsakes like framed photos and first footprints alongside books, toys and other playful accessories. Finish the room with a plush, soft rug where your baby can crawl and play.

A little planning and a lot of love will help you create a warm and inviting nursery for you and your baby. To help you complete the room, start a checklist of all the things you need to accomplish and the items you need to get. This will keep you organized as the big day approaches.

Check our Baby nursery checklist in this section!

  
     
 
 

 

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