It's a good idea to begin planning for your baby's crib bedding even before your baby is born. To start with, don't be misled by the argument that you cant plan for babys crib bedding without knowing if its going to be a girl or a boy. Its true parents want different patterns, colours and designs for girl and boy babies. Please dont 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 cot 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 bed!
The very first item on your priority checklist is Safety. We often forget that baby can't say if it feels uncomfortable. We parents must think sensibly and ensure the chosen cot beddings are safe from all aspects. For instance, the view that very soft beds are the most comfortable for baby isn't true. The bedding should be a little firm to the touch. Also, don't pile the crib with cuddly toys and pillows. Adults may find them colorful and lovely but not baby. These can be dangerous because baby could accidentally suffocate. Keep all pillows and soft toys out of the cot!
Tucking baby into a heavy blanket to keep cold draughts away is equally foolish. The normal thrashing of babys limbs can bring such blankets over its face and interfere with breathing.
Next, plan to keep your babys nursery stocked with bedding essentials. Its hard to talk exact numbers needed; 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 to avoid plastic altogether including for baby comforters. Non-biodegradable material is a strict no-no for babys crib. These may possibly turn out to be allergic for babys delicate skin. Thats why in tropical countries babies always only wear cotton clothes. Our climate doesnt allow this so the next best thing is to use cotton as crib bedding.
Last but by no means the least, you must ensure the Durability of babys crib bedding. As you know, babys going to spend most of his time in bed. Apart from babys crib, plan his nursery well.
Lets get back once more to babys cot. To recap, lets picture baby lying comfortably on a soft but firm mattress covered with cotton cot sheet and tucked into a light yet warm blanket of pretty design " not a drab pastel uni-color please! Babies don't need a pillow and shouldn't have one until they are over 12 months old.. Similarly, babys crib wont be laden with soft toys of various shapes, sizes, and colors.
All done, you can rest assured that darling baby is enjoying slumbering comfortably. - 16955
It is easy for parents " especially those choosing cot 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 bed!
The very first item on your priority checklist is Safety. We often forget that baby can't say if it feels uncomfortable. We parents must think sensibly and ensure the chosen cot beddings are safe from all aspects. For instance, the view that very soft beds are the most comfortable for baby isn't true. The bedding should be a little firm to the touch. Also, don't pile the crib with cuddly toys and pillows. Adults may find them colorful and lovely but not baby. These can be dangerous because baby could accidentally suffocate. Keep all pillows and soft toys out of the cot!
Tucking baby into a heavy blanket to keep cold draughts away is equally foolish. The normal thrashing of babys limbs can bring such blankets over its face and interfere with breathing.
Next, plan to keep your babys nursery stocked with bedding essentials. Its hard to talk exact numbers needed; 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 to avoid plastic altogether including for baby comforters. Non-biodegradable material is a strict no-no for babys crib. These may possibly turn out to be allergic for babys delicate skin. Thats why in tropical countries babies always only wear cotton clothes. Our climate doesnt allow this so the next best thing is to use cotton as crib bedding.
Last but by no means the least, you must ensure the Durability of babys crib bedding. As you know, babys going to spend most of his time in bed. Apart from babys crib, plan his nursery well.
Lets get back once more to babys cot. To recap, lets picture baby lying comfortably on a soft but firm mattress covered with cotton cot sheet and tucked into a light yet warm blanket of pretty design " not a drab pastel uni-color please! Babies don't need a pillow and shouldn't have one until they are over 12 months old.. Similarly, babys crib wont be laden with soft toys of various shapes, sizes, and colors.
All done, you can rest assured that darling baby is enjoying slumbering comfortably. - 16955
About the Author:
The author of this article owns a baby nursery bedding store which stocks quality cot bedding.
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