Timothy Reynold’s Blog

Decorating a nursery for a baby is an absolute joy; the crib is the cornerstone of the nursery and a big part of the crib is the baby bedding. From simple cotton sheets to elaborate brushed-flannel and print sets, the varieties of baby bedding available to today’s parents are almost endless.

Making the decision on a crib set is part of the fun of preparing a special space for the new member of the family. Babies do not require much when it comes to furnishing their cribs. Parents would do well to remember that simplicity is key when choosing their bedding. According to the majority of doctors, no loose, soft items such as blankets, should be placed in a crib, because they can restrict breathing.

Babies tend to wet their crib sheets requiring them to be replaced during the night so be prepared to have three or more fitted sheets in your collection of crib bedding. You should get a crib skirt or dust ruffle that matches all of the sets of bedding that you’ve bought, and changing the skirt can change the look of the nursery very quickly.

Some items of baby bedding can be used purely decoratively - some parents hang items, such as specially made quilts, on walls above the crib or choose to have them on display on a rack. The need for pillows in a baby’s crib is not essential, though throw pillows can make an artful arrangement when placed on the nursery rocker.

As one of the purposes of a crib bedding is to keep the newborn warm, now parents may go for blankets which their kids can wear. Wearable blankets, made of soft fleece or cotton fabric, are similar to very small sleeping bags that enclose the baby’s body while keeping the head and arms free. Because babies move while they sleep, wearable blankets ensure that your child will stay warm and safe all night.

Parents can choose baby bedding that both keeps their child safe and goes with the nursery’s decor. Trend Lab Giggles nursery collection is a fine instance to prove that even without crib bumpers and bulky quilt, a smart collection can be produced with just a built-in sheet and a crib skirt. Now parents can enjoy the preparation for arrival of a new member to their family through the selection of a baby bedding from among so many available alternatives.