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Your Baby Nursery - Decorating a Fabulous and
Functional Room
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by: Valerie DuVall
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Decorating a baby nursery can be one of the most
enjoyable tasks that you have before your bundle of joy arrives. There are
many baby nursery themes to choose from and narrowing it down to just one
may be your most difficult decision.
Many parents know the sex of the baby in time to tailor a nursery to a baby
girl or baby boy theme. If you don’t know the sex of your baby there are
many color combos that are gender neutral such as periwinkle and celery
green. Or perhaps you would like a neutral theme with beiges and creams.
You could choose an all white room with just splashes of color used in the
accessories that can be changed to suit your child as it grows.
Once you pick your theme and begin the task of decorating your nursery
don’t forget about these essentials:
• Cribs - Your baby will use the crib for 2 or 3 years but, if you would
like to use it for longer, then pick one of the many convertible cribs on
the market. These beds go from a crib, to a toddler bed, to a young child’s
bed, with just a few quick changes. Of course, always buy a crib that is
certified as safe. Most cribs on the market today will have that
certification.
• Changing tables – choose a changing table that matches your décor but as
with cribs safety is important. The table you choose should have safety
straps and rails to keep your baby from falling off the table. And, of
course, the changing table should have a nice cushy pad to keep your baby
comfortable while changing diapers.
• Storage - determine how much storage you will need. Then pick baby
furniture such as armoires, dressers, blanket chests and toy boxes that
will blend in with your décor.
• Seating – Of course don’t forget Mom (or Dad) and pick a comfortable
chair or glider rocker which will be great for those late night feedings or
when singing a lullaby to baby.
After the theme is picked and the essentials for the room are decided upon
you can begin to choose the accessories such as rugs, window treatments,
wall décor, wallpaper and paint. Just remember when decorating your baby
nursery keep it fun! This is your chance to do things you wouldn’t do in
the rest of your house. Start with the essentials and then go for
it!
About the Author:
Valerie DuVall is a
professional decorator in the Metro New York area. Visit her sites for tips
and resources for baby nursery
decor and home
decor.
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