Getting your new baby’s nursery ready is so much fun. You can also get super creative too! As you look for inspiration for your nursery design, you’ll find so many beautiful items. But when it comes to actually parting with your money, it’s important to know what the must-have nursery and baby essentials really are.
Of course there are plenty of things you don’t need to splash the cash on, but if you ask us these are the items worth splurging on.
Cot
This is of course a biggie. It’s a real long term purchase, so it’s right to invest in a good one. Two of the best options are:
- a solid cot that can transition into a bed when your child is around two years old
- a 4-in-1 cot that will accommodate your growing child by converting into a toddler bed, then a day bed, and finally a full-size bed
Sheets and duvet sets
You’ll soon find that cot and crib sheets get so much use, so it’s worth every penny to splurge on super cute ones that are also soft and durable. The same goes for duvet sets. You want your little one to be comfy, and the style of your nursery to work too.
Baby swing
This is the perfect item to splurge on. A baby swing or bouncer is a great place for your little one to relax and it also gives you the chance to crack on with those jobs that need doing around the house.
Our Baby Swing recreates the calming side-to-side motion that babies love, creating a comforting and safe spot to put your baby down. It’s also lightweight and portable, meaning you can use it in the nursery, lounge or even the kitchen while you’re preparing their meals. And with Bluetooth compatibility, you can also connect your phone to play your baby’s favourite songs through the high-quality speaker.
Sound machine
White noise works really well to help your baby sleep at night – it might be just what you need to make sure you can get some sleep too!
The Shhh… Portable Sound Machine is compact and ideal to take with you when travelling. You can choose from three noises – shushing, heartbeat and white noise – and set a timer to automatically turn it off.
Stair gates
This is the ultimate safety essential when your little one starts to get active. As soon as a crawling baby is on the move, you need to block off the stairs and other rooms such as the kitchen to ensure your little one is safe at all times.
A stair gate at both the top and bottom of the stairs is crucial (just make sure you choose the right type) to keep the stairs out of bounds. If you also want to make any other rooms no-go areas, you’ll also need a stair gate in each doorway.
Investing in the right type of stair gate is key as is getting the right number to make sure your house is completely safe.
Baby monitor
Having a baby monitor means you can keep an eye on your little one from anywhere in your home. When your baby naps, you’ll have the peace of mind and the freedom to get jobs done around the house. It’s also a great thing to have when you first transition them to their own room.
You can opt for just sound or both sound and video. And if you want to get super fancy, you can choose a baby monitor with Wi-Fi capability so you can view the feed on your smartphone, tablet or computer when you’re away from home. You’ll also find dual monitors which are perfect if you have two little ones close in age – now you can keep an eye on both of them at the same time!
Go ahead and splurge on these six key items when baby is on the way. We know you won’t be disappointed! Interested in more baby advice? Simply head to our blog or check out our StrollerCoaster podcast.