With the expectation of a new baby, it’s fun for parents to dress up the nursery, but it’s also important to make sure all those cute decorations are safe for the baby. Stores try to sell you things that look cute, but aren’t comfy, you get what you pay for.

Baby bedding is a good example of an item that stores sell in sets with many unnecessary pieces, like comforters or bumper sets. Your baby does not really need a blanket. A firm mattress that is the right size for its crib, a mattress pad and a fitted sheet to cover the mattress well should be enough.

Baby room decor investment in items such as curtains or mobiles is worth serious consideration, especially If you wish to create a warm and welcoming nursery. Make sure the mobile is bright colored and facing the baby down as babies gradually recognize color.

You are likely to learn how to swaddle your baby in a blanket before you and your baby leave the hospital. As your baby grows you can try a sleep sack or make him/her wear a dress-blanket, but remember that these require daily cleaning , unlike bedding. You should pick a fabric that will prevent your baby from overheating, such as cotton. Babies are usually warmer than adults, so overheating is a much more serious concern than hypothermia. Some houses seem to be colder than others. If your house is one of these, begin investigating now to find the best ways for maintaining your baby’s optimal body temperature.

Forgo the bumper pads in Baby’s crib as your baby will not be injured if she nuzzles her head against or sticks her limbs out of the crib railings. Thus crib bumper pads may not be essential in crib bedding. Don’t buy a crib with slats further apart than allowed by safety regulations. Use thin blankets and sheets to make sure that it protects your baby from SIDS.