The Must-Haves and Nice-To-Haves in Your Nursery

What should a nursery be? It should be a place where you and your baby can be comfortable and relaxed! But of course, no nurseries are made equal, and some will differ from the other in terms of what exactly they offer. For instance, one might offer a luxury that another one may not offer, while another nursery may offer a necessity better than the other. Either way, knowing what the must-haves and nice-to-haves are will help you pick the set up the perfect nursery for your baby.

That said, let's talk about the must-haves and the nice-to-haves of a nursery:

Must-Haves

1. A Changing Table

This is one of the most basic necessities of a nursery, and it is also a must-have. This is where your baby will primarily be changed, bathed and put in different clothes. Some of the best changing tables can be adjusted to different heights and can be changed in their shape as well!

2. A Sturdy Crib

The crib is where your baby will sleep for most of their first year of life, and you want to make sure that the crib you are using is safe. You can even purchase a convertible crib that can be used as a crib and a toddler bed as your baby grows! 

Another plus of a convertible crib is that you won't have to buy a second crib when your baby makes the transition to their toddler years.

3. Comfortable Bedding

Comfortable bedding is essential for a good night's sleep. There are all sorts of bedding that you can get for your baby, from comforters to quilts to bumper pads. You can get whatever you think will be comfortable and safe for your baby to use.

Just keep in mind to skip the pillows, blankets, and other items that may introduce a choking or suffocation hazard. All you need is a washable mattress cover and a fitted sheet. If the weather is cold, use a swaddle or a wearable blanket instead!

Nice-To-Haves

1. A Dresser

A dresser is a nice-to-have for a nursery because it can store all of your baby's clothes and other necessities. You can use it to store toys, baby food and bottles, diapers, etc. You can also use it for storage for new clothes or for clothes that your baby has grown out of that you wish to keep.

2. A Changing Pad

The changing pad is usually placed atop the changing table and is more cushiony than a traditional changing table. This is a nice-to-have because you can use it as a little place to put your baby while you change them. They will also use this as a place to sleep while you are changing them. If you do not have a changing table, you can use the changing pad to change your baby on any flat surface.

3. A Book Shelf

A bookshelf is not a necessity, but it is nice to have for a nursery. It is a perfect place to store board books for your baby to read, as well as their story books. You could also use it to store toys that your baby can play with, and you may even find it convenient to put it beside the changing pad.

4. A Night Light

Nightlights are nice to have because they can help you see what you are doing in the middle of the night, and you can help your baby see where they're at. This can be used to help your baby find their pacifier! Either way, a night light can prove quite beneficial and is a great thing to have in the nursery.

Conclusion

There are a lot of other things that you can have in a nursery, such as mobile armchairs, dressers, and other furniture. But to keep it simple, we have discussed the must-haves and the nice-to-haves. Of course, you shouldn't limit yourself to buying only the above things. There are many other investments you can make to make the best nursery possible for your little loved ones! Just make sure they're baby-friendly and safe, and you're good to go.

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