It’s a good idea to begin planning for your baby nursery bedding even before your baby is born. To start with, don’t be fooled by the argument that you cant plan for baby’s crib bedding without knowing if its going to be a girl or a boy. Its true parents want different patterns, colors and designs for boy and girl babies. Please don’t worry about this because there are many bedding choices and even nursery color options available in the market which are fine for both girls and boys.
It is easy for parents ” especially those choosing baby nursery bedding for the first time ” to worry about things that are of lesser importance than vital ones. Bear in mind that while we adults spend an average of eight hours per day, i.e. twenty-four hours, in bed, baby spends almost all of the twenty-four hours in a cot!
The first thing to consider is Safety. We often forget the simple fact that baby can’t say if it feels uncomfortable. We parents must plan ahead and make sure the baby bedding is safe from all aspects. For instance, it is untrue that very soft beds are most comfortable for baby. The bedding should be slightly firm. Also, don’t pile the crib with cuddly toys and teddy bears and pillows. Parents may find them colorful and lovely but not baby. These can be dangerous because baby could accidentally suffocate. Keep the cot clear of all pillows and cuddly toys!
Tucking baby into a heavy blanket to keep cold draughts away is equally foolish. The normal movement of a baby can bring such blankets over its face and cause baby to over heat.
Next, plan to keep your baby’s nursery stocked with baby bedding essentials. Its hard to guess; But blankets and crib sheets sometimes have to be changed several times a day. Cotton sheets are best and I’ve already mentioned about using light blankets. A tip: check the thread count of the crib sheets you buy.
Our advice is that you should avoid plastic altogether including for baby comforters. Non-biodegradable material is a strict no-no for babys crib. These may spark allergies. The best thing is to use cotton as cot bedding.
Last but by no means the least, you must be sure of the Durability of babys cot bedding. As you know, baby’s going to spend most of his time in the cot. Apart from baby’s crib, plan the nursery well. This can contribute to baby growing up to be a happy child.
Lets get back once more to baby’s cot. To recap, lets picture baby lying comfortably on a soft but firm mattress covered with cotton crib sheet and tucked into a lightweight yet warm blanket of pretty design ” not a plain pastel uni-color please! Babies don’t need pillows and shouldn’t have one until they are over 12 months old. Similarly, don’t laden baby’s crib with soft toys of various shapes, sizes, and colors.
All sorted, you can be reassured that darling baby is enjoying a safe slumber.
