Every parent gets very thrilled when it comes to designing and decorating their baby’s nursery. The theme of the nursery will depend on the gender of the child. However, you can get caught up in the whole fun decorating thing and forget about the safety aspects of the nursery. Here are some tips that will help you create a safe, comfortable and efficient baby nursery that will make your child feel at home;

Step1: Pick a Crib

Make sure that you choose a crib that is durable and safe for your kid. Avoid picking the ones that have an opening at one side since it can cause an accident whereby the child can easily fall. Familiarize yourself with a baby furniture buying guide when going shopping for the crib. Be wary about picking second-hand cribs as they might not meet the current standards. The best thing to do is buy a new crib and check to make sure that it meets the safety standards.

Step2: Crib Bedding

You will be astonished to find out about the many dangers that are posed by crib blankets, bumpers, and comforters. You might think that a crib decorated with sweet soft bedding is the focal point of a baby nursery, however, that fails to meet the safety standards to prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and suffocation. The best and safest way is fitting a sheet on the crib mattress and getting rid of all other bedding or soft objects in the crib.

Step3: Watch the Windows

When choosing a place to put the baby crib, make sure that it is not close to the windows. You might consider that placing a crib near the window looks amazing when the sunlight hits it. However, there are many risks connected to locating the crib near the window. For instance, the window panes might break and your kid might start climbing the window and fall.

Step4: Careful with the Window Treatments

A beautiful and safe baby nursery sets the foundation for great moments. There have been many accidents concerning cords because of strangulation. Be careful with your window treatment details. Go for cordless window treatment choices and if you cannot get the cordless ones, make sure that the cords are tightly tied up high where the child cannot reach. Another option if you are using blinds is to go for child-proof ones.

When using curtains, pick short ones instead of going for lengthier drapes. Babies tend to get tangled in long drapes or use hangings to lift themselves resulting in injuries.

Step5: Changing Table Safety

The changing table must be strong and stable. The changing tables must also be free of clutter; don’t hang anything over it, keep all the changing supplies out of the baby’s reach. According to the American Association of Poison Control Centers, the most dangerous form of poisoning in kids and toddlers is ingesting cosmetic and personal care products. Apart from consuming dangerous self-care products, the kid can easily waggle out and fall from the table whenever you are not attentive. Always make sure that you use the changing table’s safety bind and keep one hand on your baby every time you are changing them. Additionally, to prevent your baby from shaking out of the changing table, you can use a contoured changing pad that has elevated sides.

Step6: Keep the Nursery at the Precise Temperature

The baby’s nursery should not be too cold or too warm or hot. Maintaining a quality sleep environment starts with making sure that the temperature in your baby’s room is cool. An overheated nursery can lead to SIDS.

Additionally, the recommended room temperature depends on the age of the child. Your newborn’s room should be between 20 degrees and 22.2 degrees Celsius. Also, remember that premature babies usually have a difficult time controlling their body temperatures. Therefore, you must pay more attention to the temperature in the room and dress your kid correctly, avoid underdressing or overdressing them.

Step7: Check the Wiring and the Outlets in the Room

Electricity is a major part of our everyday lives. We have it in every room, extension leads, chargers, and power outlets among many others. Unluckily, not all these have been designed keeping the safety of the baby in mind. It is your responsibility to baby proof these risks. Start by using outlet covers, also, make sure that the outlet’s coverings are not worn out, and if they are, make sure to replace them. All the cables must be out of the kid’s reach and away from any source of heat.

Bottom Line

Apart from the nursery safety, you must also know some safety driving tips. Ensure the safety of your kids in all aspects of their lives. Also, it would really help if you installed a smoke detector outside the nursery and put a wall thermometer to make sure the temperatures are appropriate.