So youre expecting a new little bundle of joy. Congratulations! Youve cleared out the small bedroom near yours and youre ready to set up your babys room. Here are some suggestions that will keep baby safe and comfortable and not cost a fortune.
Safety is the number one factor in a babys room. Check out the safety guidelines before buying or borrowing a crib (see Baby Crib Safety Checklist). Use your money to buy things that will last at least a few years, such as a crib that converts to a toddler bed and a small dresser. You may choose to use a cradle in the early months and keep it by your bed, but eventually you will need a crib.
Other baby furniture includes a changing table and a high chair. And dont 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 youll need will be close at hand, so you never have to leave baby alone even for just a moment! on the changing table.
One of the biggest expenses in fixing up a nursery is the labor, so the best way to save money is to do it yourself! Refinish and paint (lead-free!) furniture, sew...