Creating a beautiful nursery for your little one is an exciting and important task. As a mother and grandmother with a passion for nursery design and products, here are 10 tips to create a visually appealing, functional, and safe space.
1. Choose a Calming Colour Palette
Opting for soft, soothing colours like pastels or neutrals to create a peaceful environment for your baby is always popular. You're creating a space that invites a sense of nurture and solitude for both yourself and your little one. Regardless of the colour, keeping the cohesion of choice with complimenting contrasts in your room will add to the overall feel and look of the space. Its a wonderful time to extend your creativity!
2. Invest in Quality Furniture
Choose furniture pieces that are well-made and durable. Look for items that can grow with your child, such as convertible cots or dressers that can be used beyond the nursery years. This can also be a cost saver when designing your space as forward thinking can save you in time to come. Its also a great idea to pick out your staple pieces first and sketch a room plan on paper with the majors in place.
3. Prioritise Safety
Ensure that all furniture is securely anchored to the wall to prevent tipping. Use cordless window coverings and keep small items out of reach to create a safe environment for your baby. If using a rug then ensure its firm on the floor with no tripping hazards and note the pile should be short as long pile can be a choking hazard. Remember, as baby ages they will spend time on that rug so something easily cleaned is always a good idea.
4. Add Personal Touches
Incorporate personal touches like family photos, handmade decor or special keepsakes to make the nursery feel cosy and inviting. These items can also help create a sense of family and familiarity for your baby and a space you both enjoy entering .. which is just as important!
5. Create a Functional Layout
Arrange furniture in a way that allows for easy movement around the room. Consider the placement of the cot, change table, and storage to create a practical and efficient layout. Consider things such as, your nappy bin, rugs on the floor, clothing storage for easy access. You'll be grateful for those small well thought-out placements, especially when changing baby in the night hours.
6. Include Adequate Storage
Invest in storage solutions like bins, baskets, and shelves to keep the nursery organised and clutter-free. Having designated storage spaces will make it easier to keep the room tidy and keep that feel of calm. It's important you think ahead so as you create space that serves you in this coming season .. not undoes you because of the feel of chaos or stress with another thing "to do". Taking time to create a plan, scroll through pics of nursery spaces, looking at possible options online all adds to the fun of this task and there's no shortage of great storage ideas for you!
7. Choose Soft Lighting
Opt for soft, diffused lighting to create a cosy atmosphere in the nursery. Consider using a dimmer switch or nightlight to provide gentle illumination during nighttime feedings or diaper changes. The portable lights that charge on a usb port are fabulous. They're compact, dim enough not to impact during night feeds, portable & have smart phone control.
8. Incorporate Textures
Add texture to the nursery through rugs, curtains, blankets, and pillows. Mixing different textures can add visual interest, pops of colour and create a warm, inviting space for your baby. It's also an extension of your own style and enjoyment, the finishing touch that gives us Mums the warm and fuzzies.
9. Select Age-Appropriate Decor
Choose decor items that are suitable for your baby's age and developmental stage. Avoid small objects or items that could pose a choking hazard, and opt for decor that is both safe and engaging for your little one. Theres so much on the market, rugs, wall paper, baskets etc.. you can take your time to browse whats needed. We have so many companies here in Australia producing beautiful products that are ethically sourced, sustainable, recyclable, organic and natural .. even in decor!
10. Keep It Simple
Avoid overcrowding the nursery with unnecessary items. Keep the decor simple and minimalistic to create a calming and serene environment for your baby to rest and play. As your baby ages you will bring small changes where needed but remember this environment is as much for you as is for your little one and it needs to be somewhere you can do what you'll do best "NURTURE". Ultimately, that's where your aiming to arrive.
Enjoy the process and be blessed in your journey!
Lou x