Having a baby is a wonderful and busy time in your life so making your child comfortable in their room is generally top of mind. Every child is different, but all need to get restful sleep. After leaving the comfort of their mother’s womb, babies experience all their senses for the first time at once, so making sure that they are getting ample rest is important to their development. In part, this can be achieved by providing a comfortable environment for them to sleep in. Of course, you should begin with the basics, crib, changing area, nursing chair, etc. Beyond those, here are four things we believe are must haves for baby girl room decor.
I mean, did you expect anything else? But don’t worry, it’s not just us, it’s actually a recommended form of comfort for little ones. So what should you look for to find the perfect baby girl pillow? That’s up to you! Babies thrive in a balanced, contrasting environment with stark contrast in color such as bright colors paired with white and even black contrasts that stand out. Beyond that, choosing a design is more about personal choice.
Just remember, baby pillows are not intended to be a headrest. Rather they are a form of comforting decor. Baby pillows are not intended to be placed in the crib with the child. Instead, placing them around the room where your baby girl can interact with them is the ideal use. While pillows can be placed in the crib during the day, they should be removed when a baby is sleeping in the crib.
As mentioned above, there are lots of sensory things happening with your baby, so their room should be a safe space for their senses. Accenting the room with soft objects, different colors, and movement can help with your child’s development. However, focusing the stimulants with one or two common themes can bring that calm, soothing atmosphere that will help your child relax and sleep. Common themed baby girl decor includes clouds, rain, moon and stars, and animals and fruit.
If you live in a city or busy neighborhood, getting blackout curtains can be a good idea to block out light after the sun goes down. Developing babies rely on routine to create healthy sleep habits and reduce nighttime tantrums. By cutting out light at the same time every day in the nursery, a baby can develop natural sleep patterns to promote restful sleep. The great news? They come in different colors so you don’t have to disrupt your designs!
Research shows that babies who are exposed to contrast and geometric patterns show quicker brain development. Creating some sort of accent to the walls can help not only bring your baby girl room decor to life, but actually improve brain development and equilibrium. Types of accents to consider include an accent wall or mural with simple geometric shapes, a wall border, or vinyl wall decals.
Welcoming home a new baby into a new nursery is exciting, to say the least. The bottom line is make it your own, for you and your baby girl!