subject: Designer Baby Furniture - Baby's Room On A Budget [print this page] So you are expecting a new little bundle of joy. Congratulations! You have cleared out the little bedroom near yours and you're ready to set up your baby's room. Here are a few suggestions that will keep baby safe and comfy and not cost a fortune.
Safety is the # 1 factor in a baby's room. Take a look at the safety guidelines before purchasing or borrowing a crib (see Baby Crib Safety Checklist). Use your money to purchase things which will last a minimum of several years, for example a crib that converts to a toddler bed and a little dresser. You might select to use a cradle in the early months and keep it by your bed, but at some point you will require a crib.
Other baby furniture includes a changing table along with a high chair. And don't forget a comfortable rocking chair (with arms) for late-night feedings or to rock-a-bye baby a fussy infant to sleep.
In setting up the room, make sure everything you will need will be close at hand, so you in no way have to leave infant alone - even for only a moment! - on the changing table.
Among the biggest expenses in fixing up a nursery is the labor, so the best way to save cash is to do it yourself! Refinish and paint (lead-free!) furniture, sew curtains (you can make use of cute baby print sheets), and have granny to knit infant blankets. Paint the walls in light shades (with washable paint) in a color that will "grow" with the child. If you really like wallpaper but cannot imagine undertaking an entire room yourself, trying decorating with a wallpaper border on painted walls or stencil around the windows, ceiling and doors. The room can appear "done" by a decorator if you organize wallpaper and fabrics for a wall hanging, quilt, and window coverings.
If friends will be organizing you a baby shower, register for a few things to decorate the room, such as bedding, crib accessories (bumper pads, mobiles), and bright colored toys or stuffed animals.
Make use of baskets, drawers, and shelves to store toys, clothing, and other infant essentials. Expand storage space by putting shelves or a small dresser in the closet.
