The signature, multipurpose carrés are an everyday essential, at home in the nursery and ‘out and about’ during the day in your diaper bag. The carrés can be used as a...
The signature, multipurpose carrés are an everyday essential, at home in the nursery and out and about during the day in your diaper bag. The carrés can be used as a...
Atelier Choux fitted sheets are elegant and functional daily essentials; printed with water-based, baby-safe inks. These water-based inks are well integrated within our highly absorbent fabric and are ‘lock-in’ during...
The lightly weighted, adjustable 2-sizes-in-1 Zen Swaddle Classic allows your baby to feel like they are sleeping in your arms. The ultra-soft cotton, extra-long sack offers a snug sleep and...
This heirloom pointelle knit baby blanket has beautiful, delicate knitting and wavy textures to stimulate your baby's evolving senses and please the chicest of moms. With soft, mid-weight cotton this...
Your child will enjoy the soft luxury of our exquisite Luxe™ faux fur pillow. This extra snuggly pillow is trimmed in coordinating satin making it the perfect for cuddle time....
Atelier Choux Satin Fitted Sheet Carousel Pink is an elegant and functional daily essential; printed with water-based, baby-safe inks. These water-based inks are well integrated within our highly absorbent fabric and are...
Dress up a child’s bedroom or playroom with Atelier Choux Paris Satin Cushion. Take one on a car ride, on a flight, or on a picnic! Atelier Choux Paris...
Baby Bjorn Bouncer Bliss is a cozy place for your baby to play or rest beside you while you take a shower or prepare a meal. The baby bouncer rocks...
This beautiful blanket will provide your baby with comfort and warmth. Whether wrapped around the baby in a stroller, in a crib, or in the arms of a doting mother...
Baby Bjorn Bouncer Balance Soft is an ergonomic baby bouncer where your baby can play or rest beside you while you take a shower, prepare a meal, or do other household...
This sheet is 100% Certified Organic Jersey Crib Fitted. The crib fitted sheet is elasticized for a perfect fit and sized to allow for shrinkage - fits perfectly after each...
Wrap your baby with love in this beautiful knit baby blanket. This lovely baby blanket is knitted with a beautiful pointelle stitch and has a shiny satin ribbon inserted and...
Kissy Kissy is known for its trademark softness; they use only the highest quality Peruvian Pima cotton so that the most luxurious and gentlest fabric touches your baby's skin. Kissy...
Wrap your little one in soft luxury with our chenille baby blanket. These super snuggly designer baby blankets are trimmed with a matching satin picture-frame edge. After one touch you’ll...
The signature, multipurpose carrésare an everyday essential, at home in the nursery and ‘out and about’ during the day in your diaper bag. The carrés can be used as a light...
Floating The Skies! Iconic and inspiring helium-filled balloons were one of aviation's first successes. Since 1783, balloons have traveled the skies. A playful hot air balloon design showcases hand-knotted netting...
Bring your children’s bedroom to life, with this trophy animal head. This animal head is super soft and cuddly and loves to be hung on the wall for all to...
Safe keeping for little bits and bobs, including toiletries, hair ribbons and tiny toys. The Storage Mini will help to keep you organized and will bring fun to your little...
Snuggle up with this cozy Pima cotton blanket covered in a fun and adorable print. 100% Pima Cotton Made in Peru 2 ply for extra warmth & comfort Measures 28.5in...
Kissy Kissy is known for its trademark softness; they use only the highest quality Peruvian Pima cotton so that the most luxurious and gentlest fabric touches your baby's skin. Kissy...
The cubino - a kid's chair you won't need to hide when guests arrive! Our chair is made of thick durable foam covered with a soft durable microfiber. Whether lounging...
This luxurious crib skirt from Just Born will add just the right touch to your little one’s nursery. The crib skirt is made with soft cotton, a beautiful fabric that...
This blanket for your little one is made in softly Acrylic Bayer. It has a wide textured flounce border, a cute satin bow, and is super soft, perfect for your...
So you’re ready to start outfitting the baby’s nursery and you’re probably asking yourself some basic questions like how much should I spend on nursery items, how much space do I need, and should my nursery have a theme? These are personal choices and there are no right or wrong answers. But we can offer some universal advice about nursery design, based on our many years of helping new parents select the right nursery items for their needs.
The nursery should be a calm retreat for both infant and parent. Make it peaceful and comfortable. We recommend incorporating a cozy rocker or glider chair for feeding, snuggling, and reading. If space allows, a daybed is a welcome addition for times when you want to stay close by for longer.
The diaper changing station will only be needed for the first couple of years. So it’s best to use a well-made dresser with a removable changing tray on top. Your changing area should be organized so that all the essentials – diapers, wipes and creams -- are within easy reach.
The crib should always be visible from the entry of the nursery, so you have a clear view of the baby. Don’t hang anything directly above the crib or attach anything to the crib that could become a hazard.
Never use a second-hand crib unless you know when it was made and if it’s been properly cared for. Cribs sold in the U.S. must conform to established safety standards regarding dimensions and structural integrity. But those standards have evolved over time. A crib that was produced just 10 years ago may not meet the latest requirements. Any crib can be compromised by improper handling. So it’s always best to start with a new crib.
Standard cribs and crib mattresses vary little in shape and size. Non-standard cribs are permitted, but only if they’re sold with a properly-fitting crib mattress. Even within this narrow criteria, there are lots of variations in crib design and materials. Always look for a sturdy crib from a reputable manufacturer. We recommend nursery furniture and mattresses produced in North America or Europe using sustainable, non-toxic materials and fair labor practices.
When you’re putting together a nursery, you’re working against a time clock. Custom made furniture offers a greater choice of finishes and fabrics, but takes longer to deliver. So get started early!