Having your first child is a magical and at times, frightening experience as you realize how much there is to organise. You want your baby’s bedroom and the nursery furniture to be better than a fairy tale dream, but it is important to think about you and your baby’s safety and wellbeing first. It's therefore important to ponder the dangers a nursery can present when creating your newborn's first room.

The initial thing to install to a child's room is a smoke detector, for a few pounds (or free from your community fire prevention officer) these essential devises must be your paramount consideration. When baby starts to crawl it's essential that any unused electrical outlet is sealed with a simple plastic plug protector to stop your curious child from sticking his fingers. It's also a sensible idea to situate nursery furniture in the way to prevent your child from finding outlets.

The second most vital thing is your child's cot since this is where they will initially spend most of their time in the early months. Cots are also one of the major causes of infant injury and fatalities so it is very important to ensure your cot abides by the recommended safety standards. Check the cot is deep enough to stop your child from climbing out as they grow. Ensure that the spacing between the bars is not capable of allowing the baby to trap their head.Ensure that cots with drop down sides lock automatically and cannot be worked free by baby. If using a second hand cot ALWAYS buy a new mattress for each child. Your mattress must have a gap of no more than 4cm around the outside of the cot to stop your child from becoming trapped.

Remember the 'back to sleep' advice designed to reduce sudden infant death syndrome and always lay your baby down on his back. When using a nightlight ensure it is located away from the cot and any other soft furnishings

When creating your nursery layout ensure no furniture is located close to windows, as your child grows they may attempt to climb up and have a look out. Never place low nursery furniture your toddler one can use to clamber on or furniture like cots or changing stations in front of windows to stop her from perhaps falling out. Keep the windows in the nursery properly secured. If you need to open the window to permit ventilation ensure the window is secured and never open more than 5cm, there are fastenings on the market that stop windows from being opened wide enough to allow a child to climb out.

Changing stations may also be a source of injury but this normally is a result of carers believing their child to be protected and walking away. Using a u - shaped changing mat can assist greatly in making sure your baby can't roll away and some changing stations even have securings to secure your child. Changing equipment must be positioned beyond the child’s reach in a drawer of on a shelf. Babies and toddlers are instinctively curious and nappy sacks or rash creams are potentially harmful.

Rather disturbingly one of the most common reasons of injury in a child's room are window dressings and blinds. Avoid using long curtains or drapes that may ensnare and asphyxiate a small baby and never hang blinds with lengthy cords in your baby’s nursery. When using blinds ensure the cords are fastened up to keep them short and are never within a baby’s reach.

It's always good to have storage for the plethora of playthings baby will soon collect but choose cautiously. Toy boxes must be fitted with safety hinges or lightweight fabric lids to stop fingers from being trapped. As your youngster gets bigger, he may clamber inside the toy chesttoy box and a weighty lid could trap her so it’s important they be fitted with safety hinges or lightweight lids. Drawers are also potentially harmful and ideally should have a safety close action. Wardrobe and cupboard doors are also a potential hazard to your child and you must consider fitting safety catches to stop your youngster from injuring themselves

By following good information and making sure their furniture meets the European standards new parents can design safe, stylish and welcoming nurseries for their newborn.

Decorating a baby nursery can be a somewhat daunting prospect, especially if you are a first time Mom. There are so many decisions to make, so little time. You feel a stress-attack coming on. Wait. Stress is not good for baby.

Relax. Take a deep breath. Baby nursery design can be fun, if you take it one step at a time...

Step 1: Baby safety is your first concern. Be sure to take this into account throughout the baby nursery design process.

Step 2: Decide on a room style. Cute, modern, traditional, ethnic, the choice is yours. This decision will affect your furniture, theme and color scheme choices.

Step 3: Select a baby crib. The crib will form the focal point of your baby nursery. Take your time and choose wisely. Shape, style, finish and durability are among the factors you should consider.

Step 4: Find baby nursery furniture to complement your crib. Essential furniture items include: a baby changing table; a rocker or glider; a night stand or table and a nursery hamper.

Step 5: How will you provide nighttime light in the nursery? A dimmer switch, sconce, chandelier or nightlight, are among your options. Choose more than one if you like.

Step 6: Choose your baby nursery flooring. Do you want it to match the rest of your home? Do you or your spouse have a history of allergies? Baby may be susceptible too. Take this into account when you make your choice.

Step 7: Decide whether or not you would like to decorate with a nursery theme. Anything goes from cowboys to flowers, pirates to butterflies. Or something more modern, such as blocks or stripes.

Step 8: Work out a color scheme. This will be influenced by your nursery theme if you have chosen one. If not, be guided by the room style you chose in step 2. For example, soft pastels will work with cottage but burnt orange, creams and browns are a better idea for modern.

Step 9: Decorating the baby nursery. Now that the practical stuff is out of the way, get on with the really fun part. Choose your paint, wallpaper, mural, pictures, bedding. Buy stuff, sew stuff, glue stuff. Let the room come alive and move in your furniture.

Step 10: Hang your nursery curtains. Add a block out blind if you want baby to sleep well!

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Step 11: Go shopping. Time for that great baby nursery shopping spree you've been waiting for. What's on your list of things to buy?

* Equipment for the baby nursery. For example, a breathing monitor.

* Things for baby's layette. For example, diapers and tiny booties.

* Goodies to keep baby happy. For example, a crib mobile and a baby gym.

* Cool baby gear. For example, a stroller and diaper bag.

Step 12: Finally, pack away all those little baby goodies. Sit back, relax and wait for baby to come and change your life forever.

If you are having a new born baby in your family then one of the most important things you need in your home is quality nursery furniture.Every parent want their child to have every possible comfort.Before buying furniture for your loved one you should plan and renovate your baby`s room.It will be a good idea to discuss your plans and expectations with your interior designer.The furniture you are going to buy should match the style of your baby`s room.If the space in your,baby`s room is limited you can opt for foldable furniture.

An ideal kids room should comprise beds,cabinets for storage,cup boards and seating arrangements.Nursery furniture should be multipurpose and easily accessible which includes adjustable height chairs,tables and couches.Wooden furniture with rounded curves should be preferred over plastic and metal.

Beautiful and colorful baby furniture can be an ideal gift for your loved one.Nowadays most of the parents are opting for customizable baby stuff this means that you can experiment with the accessories of your baby`s room according to your needs and taste.The furniture can be designed with the children`s safety in mind.When you are furnishing your baby`s room,it`s not only the beauty which should be in the mind but also the durability.By choosing right furniture you can change your baby`s room into a real comfort zone.If you want a healthier child,try to find the right stuff according to his needs.