You have found out you are expecting a new bundle of joy. One of the parts that can make your baby's arrival seem even more real is decorating your baby's nursery. The nursery should be a place where your baby feels comforted and where you have access to the things you need to care for your little one. However, decorating an entire room can seem a daunting task. By planning ahead and selecting a theme for the nursery, you can be on your way to creating an inviting place for your newborn.
Step 1
Select a theme. The theme can be as simple as two to three complementary colors to a favorite cartoon character. The theme should be something that is easy for you to find decorative aspects, such as paint colors, pillows and furniture, that will go along with the theme. If you are stuck for ideas, Chiff.com suggests shopping through a local baby store for inspiration.
Step 2
Select a paint color and paint the room. Starting with the painting can set the stage for future purchases, such as bedding and decorative accents. It's also easier to paint an empty room because you have to remove fewer items from the room to avoid paint drips and spills on them.
Step 3
Purchase stain-repellent area rugs to put down in baby's room. This can help when the inevitable spills occur, and the rugs do not have to be expensive, according to Chiff.com. You will need at least one near your baby's changing table and more for areas of high traffic, such as near a rocking chair if you choose to have one.
Step 4
Select furniture that is baby-safe. This includes a crib that is up to date on safety standards, a changing table, and potentially a rocking chair or other comfortable chair for baby feeding sessions. These larger items will likely take up a significant amount of space in your baby's nursery. By selecting them next, you will be left to purchase only needed accents and extras.
Step 5
Set up many storage areas. From diapers to clothes to towels, many storage areas are needed in baby's room. Make the most of your space by adding a hamper, hanging drawers or roll-away storage bins under baby's bed, according to HGTV.
Step 6
Add touches that make the room appear cohesive. These include wall-cling decorations, which are easy to remove as baby gets older. Paintings, extra lighting and comfy pillows for your seating areas can further incorporate the theme and make the room warm and inviting. Just be sure any added touches are sufficiently bolted down---as your baby begins to crawl and becomes more curious, it can be easier for her to knock down items.
Tips and Warnings
- Because your baby's nursery will likely turn into his room as he ages, decorate using colors that can last as your baby grows--this will save you money on paint and new decorations, according to Parents Connect.
Things You'll Need
- Paint
- Crib
- Rocking chair
- Storage bins
- Hamper
- Changing table
- Stain-repellent rugs
- Decorative touches
