When decorating a nursery, think about the safety of your baby and don’t just buy what looks good or exciting for you. Stores try to sell you things that look cute, but aren’t comfy, you get what you pay for.

Baby bedding is an excellent example: crib sets sold in stores contain all sorts of unnecessary items, like comforters and 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 items, such as curtains or a mobile help make your nursery cute and inviting, and are a great investment. If you purchase a mobile get one that features characters with faces and black and white and or bright colors.

You are likely to learn how to swaddle your baby in a blanket before you and your baby leave the hospital. A sleep sack often called a wearable blanket is good for newborns and infants. You should purchase a few to prevent yourself from having to do laundry every night. 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. You may need to figure out how to keep your baby warm if your house is often very cold.

You don’t need to worry about your baby getting hurt on the crib railing even if you don’t buy bumper pads as part of the crib bedding. To keep your baby is safe, make sure the crib adheres to all the recommended safety guidelines. SIDS, or sudden infant death syndrome, is more likely if thick blankets and bumpers are in place; therefore, don’t use any more bedding than you need to protect your crib and mattress from leaks.