So, the newest and most beloved guest in your life is just a few days away. Are you ready to bring your little one home? You have different ideas about the room you want to create for your baby. Maybe you're thinking of getting the same dresser you used as a child. It's easy to make decisions like that. But there are some things you need to think about. Where will you store your belongings? How will you store them neatly? And above all, what's the safest way? Let's talk about that.
Where is the best place to place a baby's crib?
The best place to place a baby's crib is near the door of the room. That way, you can quickly reach it when you wake up in the middle of the night to go to the baby. It's also easy to get the baby out quickly, even in an emergency. Be sure to consider these safety tips when placing the crib.
Just think, a small child is a very curious person. So we need to think twice about their safety.
| Do's | Don'ts |
|---|---|
| Place the crib close to the door of the room. | Never place a crib near a window. There is a high chance that the baby could get entangled in things like window curtains and blinds, causing strangulation. |
| Leave the area around the crib completely empty. | Place the crib as far away from electrical cords as possible. |
| The crib mattress should be firm and fit well. | Do not place the crib under wall-mounted shelves or heavy pictures that could fall off the wall. |
| A blanket spread over the crib mattress is enough for the baby to sleep on. | Do not hang anything near the crib that has strings or ribbons hanging from it. These can strangle the baby's neck. Even mobiles that are hung above the crib should be hung high enough that the baby cannot reach them. It is best to remove them completely when the baby is old enough to sit up. |
If you're expecting twins, the American Academy of Pediatrics says it's okay for newborns to sleep in the same crib. But as they get older and start to struggle, they'll need separate sleeping spaces. These same safety tips should be followed even when using a second crib.
How do you keep other items in the room safe?
It will be much easier for you if the baby's changing table is right next to the crib. But don't just keep everything you need, like nappies and cream, under the table. Keep some things where you can easily reach them with one hand . Because you will be holding the baby with the other hand. It is a good idea to keep some of the things you need for changing nappies in other places in the house for convenience.
It's also very convenient if you have a chair or rocker near the crib and the door. That way, you can quickly put the sleeping baby in the crib and leave the room without making a noise.
Your newborn baby may not be rolling over yet. But you need to think ahead. When he starts crawling and walking, your baby will be like a little climber. Many young children love to climb things.
This means that all tall, heavy furniture in the room should be secured to the wall. You can use furniture straps for this. It's much easier to do this when you first put the furniture in the room than to have to remember to do it later.
Be sure to mount these to the wall
| Furniture type | Why should it be protected? |
|---|---|
| Dresser | When a child tries to climb up by opening the drawers and hanging from the top, the table may tip over and fall on its body. |
| Changing table | This too is high, so there is a risk of it tipping over. |
| Bookshelf | Children are accustomed to hanging from bookshelves and climbing up them. This is very dangerous. |
| Toy box | If it's a large, heavy toy box, it's important to secure it because it's also likely to tip over. |
Finally, don't forget these safety measures!
There are a few other little things you can do to make your baby's room a completely safe place.
- Use a night-light. This will be a great help when approaching a sleeping baby in the dark, so you can be careful not to trip or bump into them.
- Be careful with the toy box. If you are putting your baby's toys in a box, look for one with a spring-loaded support that prevents the lid from falling down suddenly. This will prevent the lid from closing and getting stuck in your baby's little head, hands, and fingers. Many new toy boxes have this feature. But if you are using an old one, it is important to fix it this way.
- Two essentials! Last but not least. Make sure to install a working smoke alarm and a carbon monoxide detector in your baby's room. A smoke alarm alerts you if there is a fire. Carbon monoxide is an odorless, highly toxic gas that is released from gas geysers and some types of heaters. Inhaling it can be fatal. Therefore, it is very important to install both of these devices in your baby's room.
By following these simple steps, you can create a comfortable, beautiful, and safe room for your beloved pet.
Take-Home Message
- Place the baby's crib in a safe place, away from windows, electrical wires, and hanging cords.
- Secure all tall and heavy furniture (cupboards, dressers, tables, shelves) in the room to the wall to prevent them from tipping over.
- Avoid placing unnecessary items like pillows, dolls, and blankets inside the crib. A firm mattress and matching bedding are enough for the baby to sleep on.
- It is essential to install a well-functioning smoke alarm and a carbon monoxide detector in the room.
- Always think about the next step in your child's development and implement safety measures accordingly.
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