Waiting for a happy event - the birth of a child - parents try to prepare everything they can to make the child comfortable. Most of all they are concerned about what should be the room for the newborn. There is nothing complicated in the design, but there are certain features.
Requirements for the premises
In the room for the newborn, all finishing materials must be safe. The walls are painted with safe paints (mineral water emulsion, for example) or covered with paper-based wallpaper. Ceilings - bleached or painted with the same water-based paint, lined with wooden clapboard. The floor can be wooden - painted or varnished, you can lay a laminate or a safe linoleum (there are some).
What is not welcome is carpets. Until the child begins to crawl, this is an unambiguous requirement, and then it will be possible to lay a carpet on the floor, but only it will have to be vacuumed and washed regularly. If you are afraid that the child will be cold on the floor, you can mount a floor heating system. Under the laminate, it fits quickly. Paired with a thermostat, this type of heating will allow you to maintain the required temperature for a child - about 20 ° C.
You can control the temperature with a conventional thermometer, but you also need to monitor the humidity of the air. It should be in the range of 70-55%. In a too dry atmosphere, the child's mucous membranes dry out, and crusts may form in the nose. This prevents him from breathing and he is naughty. Therefore, for the heating season, you will either need to get an air humidifier or regularly hang a wet terry towel in the room.
One of the humidifiers
Another requirement concerns lighting. It is desirable that the windows of the room for the newborn face south or east. Sunlight is necessary for the normal development of the baby, and is also needed for his good mood. At the same time, the windows should not have cracks, they should not blow from under them. But deaf sashes are not needed either: daily ventilation is required.
What furniture should be in the room for a newborn
Not many things are required for a small child. If there is no possibility or desire to settle it separately, everything can be placed in the parents' room. It must be said right away that the room for a newborn should be freed from all unnecessary items, including flowers, carpets and numerous draperies. All of them only collect dust, which is highly undesirable. The list of necessary furniture is small:
This is all that is needed until the child is one year old. Then you will need additional shelves / boxes for toys and other "dowry". Let's talk about each subject in more detail.
Crib
For some young parents, it is an irreplaceable thing for a child, for others it is superfluous. The main question is whether your child will sleep comfortably in his bed or will he be more comfortable with his mother. In principle, if the baby is calm, you will better get enough sleep when he sleeps separately: you don’t have to constantly remember that a little man is lying next to you. In order not to get up once again at night when the child turns over, the crib can be moved closer at night so that you can reach the child with your hand. Feeling your touch, he will soon calm down. Over time, children get used to sleeping on their own. All this is for the case if the nursery is combined with your bedroom. If the baby has a personal room allocated to him, a crib is simply required there.
If you bought a ready-made crib, the bottom in it is set to several positions in height. It's comfortable. In the first months of life, while the baby is still inactive, the bottom is set to the highest position. It is easier and more convenient to lay and lift newborns. As they grow older and increase mobility, the bottom is lowered lower so that its owner, who has matured, does not accidentally fall out.
There are rocking beds. In them, of course, it is more convenient to rock the children. But they quickly get used to it and then it may happen that you need to push the crib all night - the only way the children agree to sleep. So you have to be careful with this.
If you really want a canopy and frills, they will need to be washed often
Now about canopies and capes. No doubt they look cute, but doctors unanimously advise against doing them. They interfere with normal air exchange, retain the sun's rays necessary for the child, and even collect dust. All this is true, but if mom really wants to, you can buy a canopy bed, you just need to wash it regularly (once every two weeks for sure).
It is also important to choose the right place for a crib. It must be placed so that the sun looks into it, but not under the window, not near the battery, and also not in the place where drafts can walk.
Chest of drawers/changing table
In principle, these can be two separate items, but it is much more practical in this version: a lid is made on the chest of drawers in the form of a changing table. It is convenient for caring for a child: everything you need is at hand.
If you are still wondering if you need a diaper at all, because diapers have remained mainly as baby clothes, then it’s completely in vain. You will need to change your baby often. It is more convenient to stand upright at the same time, rather than bending over or sitting on the bed / sofa. Standing is much faster and more comfortable, which is what changing tables allow you to do. Also, the sidewalls, nailed on three sides along the perimeter, will not allow the child to fall over.
Wardrobe for children's clothes
A room for a newborn up to 6 months can do without a closet - everything is included in the chest of drawers. But after six months, the wardrobe is already needed. They can consist of two sections - in the upper shelves for clothes (necessarily with doors so that things do not gather dust), at the bottom there may be drawers for toys.
Since this type of furniture will serve you further, pay attention to its corners. It is desirable that they be rounded. An older child should not be able to seriously injure himself during games. Well, the design must be strong and stable, and the materials (including paint) safe and designed specifically for children's rooms. For any children's furniture, there must be safety certificates separately for the material from which the furniture is made, separately for finishing materials (glue, paint, etc.).
Sofa or armchair
This piece of furniture is necessary for adults, and, first of all, for mom. The specific choice - a sofa or an armchair - depends on how you prefer to feed your baby - sitting or lying down. Although you can sit on the couch and sit. Armrests for this should be high and preferably soft. Not many furniture now meet such requirements and do not be discouraged if you do not find anything suitable. Take the most acceptable option, and pillows will provide you with comfort. They should be of different sizes, shapes and thicknesses so that they can be placed under the back or elbow, providing the most comfortable position.
Sofa - for mom
There are also rocking chairs and some designs are really comfortable. But they take up a lot of space, so not even every room can accommodate. And keep in mind that when the child learns to crawl, the chair will need to be removed. Its unstable design can be dangerous for the baby.
We develop design
When designing a room for a newborn, first of all, you need to focus on what the mother of the baby likes. He is very sensitive to her moods and will feel good if mom is happy. Therefore, in terms of colors and style, all questions are for mothers. There are, however, a few tips from psychologists that are worth listening to. First of all, it concerns color. When decorating a room for a newborn, choose soft, delicate pastel shades of any of the colors you want. Too saturated colors put pressure on the psyche of both mother and baby. Because only such a range.
Often the walls in the rooms for small children are made plain, and this is no coincidence. Psychologists believe that a large, clear pattern can frighten a child, because the walls are either plain or with a small, soft pattern. Leave cartoon stories for the time when the baby is a little older. In the meantime, he feels better in such an environment.
Light design does not mean the complete absence of bright spots. They can and should be, but only in small quantities. It can be a beautiful picture, a bright bedspread or a pillow. But there shouldn't be many such bright things.
We also need to talk about lighting. It must be multi-zone. In addition to a bright overhead light, a subdued light is needed, as well as a nightlight that only slightly dispels the darkness and does not interfere with the child's sleep. To make it convenient to control the light, you can turn on the lighting through They make it possible to turn on / off the lamp from several points. In the nursery, it will be convenient to have one control point near the door, and the second near the armchair or sofa on which the mother will feed the child.
How to decorate a newborn room
Decorate the children's room so that mom likes it. The main task is to bring joy to her. No matter how much you want, but a lot of flowers is not a good idea. They are certainly beautiful and young mothers will definitely like them, but they can cause allergies. Therefore, it is better to abandon this idea. Bouquets should be, but not in the room for the newborn. And to decorate this particular room, you can fill a certain number of balloons of the corresponding color with helium, tie ribbons to them and make a congratulatory poster.
To meet a newborn in the room, you can launch gel balls
Photo design examples
An ottoman for legs or an inflatable chair is a useful addition
Room for a newborn in the attic - a lot of light is wonderful
Preparing for the arrival of a baby always includes decorating the baby's room. The arrangement of the nursery includes the selection of suitable wallpapers, the location of the room, compliance with all hygiene requirements and the design of a crib for a newborn and the entire set of furniture.
Ideally, the baby should have a separate room to protect the child from noise. But if this is not possible, then you can equip a children's corner in a joint room.
The main thing is to observe the basic requirements for arranging a room for a baby:
- The room should have enough natural lighting.
- The windows must have mosquito nets. Curtains themselves are better to choose from light material.
- The choice of repair materials must be safe, without the release of toxins that adversely affect the health of infants.
- It is better not to place carpets, canopies, lampshades, soft toys and other items that serve as a dust collector in the newborn's room. Otherwise, you will have to regularly clean these items.
- The color palette for the nursery is better to choose in light pastel shades.
- Daylight should be bright, but not blinding. Day - muffled and soft.
- It is necessary to exclude objects with sharp corners from the room so that the child does not get hurt.
- The bed should be spacious and comfortable. The mattress must be orthopedic.
- The room itself should not be a walk-through.
- No need to clutter up the room with a variety of items. You need to leave the most necessary things.
- It is necessary to exclude the baby's access to electrical wiring and sockets.
- It is necessary to constantly maintain room temperature in the region of 18-20 degrees. It is also necessary to regularly ventilate the room. 1 time per hour for 15 min. In winter, airing 4-5 times a day can be done. Humidity in the room should be 50-60%.
Cozy baby room for a newborn: surface treatment
The most suitable color scheme is bright small patterns on a light background. It should be soft shades of pink, blue, purple, green. Neutral tones of beige and cream are equally suitable for the nursery of a baby of any gender.
The very surface of the walls can be a little embossed, so that it would be interesting for the child to explore the outside world.
Children love to paint on surfaces, so it's best to use washable wallpaper.
During the arrangement of the children's room, attention must be paid to zoning. This can be done using spotlights and different color wall finishes. In the sleeping area, you can use more soothing colors. In the gaming room - bright, encouraging activity.
The nursery should include the following areas:
- Resting-place;
- Game Zone;
- Swaddling zone.
You can also arrange a place for a comfortable rest for mom.
For the floor, you can combine different types of coatings. So in the play area, a carpet with a soft pile is the right choice.
Often in the nursery, cork is used. It is valued for its softness, hypoallergenicity, warmth. In addition, such a floor is easily washed out.
Laminate and parquet are often used. These materials help keep the floor warm. Linoleum is better not to use in the children's room. This is a slippery surface that can cause allergies.
When decorating the ceiling, you can show all your imagination. For a baby, the whole day passes lying on his back, so it will be interesting for him to consider a bright surface. You can make hanging luminous balls or garlands with your own hands. It is best if there is natural light in the room, which will enter the room through thin curtains. There should also be spotlights with soft lighting and nightlights.
Necessary furniture for babies - the basis of a children's room
With the advent of the baby, mom needs to forget about restful sleep. If a separate room was equipped for the newborn, then it is imperative to install a sofa for the parents there.
The baby himself needs such furniture:
- Crib;
- Dresser;
- Baby changing table.
The sleeping place of the baby should be safe. To do this, the material for the manufacture of the crib must comply with all environmental standards. In some cases, you can buy a transformer model. Standard cribs are only enough up to the age of three. It is also important that the railing and bottom are adjustable in the crib. It is convenient for parents when they need to take the baby in their arms. And when the baby grows up, then being in the crib will be safe through high handrails. The railing itself is desirable to be made of high-quality plastic. Since the growing children are teething, and he will begin to gnaw on wooden handrails. So you can earn a splinter.
A chest of drawers is necessary for storing all the things of the baby. This is not only clothes, but also numerous hygiene products and diapers. It is best if the chest of drawers is built-in. This will save a lot of space. A convenient fixture will be a wooden model with drawers.
For children's things, in some cases, you can purchase a small whatnot. But storing diapers in an open area where dust will collect on them is not entirely hygienic.
The changing table should be made of moisture-resistant material that is easy to clean and dries quickly.
This device simplifies the daily chores with the baby. Also, the changer performs a number of useful functions:
- You can conveniently change diapers crumbs;
- You can comfortably and calmly dress and change your baby;
- On the changing table, the child can comfortably lie down naked;
- On the swaddling machine, you can massage the child;
- It is convenient to play with the baby on it, as nothing interferes with free access to the newborn.
Buying a changing table is not always necessary. Sometimes a portable changing board can be used instead, which can be conveniently placed on any surface. The main thing is not to leave the child alone on the changing table, otherwise the baby may fall off, making attempts to move.
Beautiful room for a newborn girl: design options
The main colors for arranging a room for a baby are light, pastel, peach and pink shades.
For girls, images of butterflies are often used in the design of the bedroom. These can be wall paintings, images on wallpaper, or paper butterflies.
Often for a girl they choose a design in the style of Provence. This is a floral theme, with an abundance of ruffles and warm shades.
Sometimes a shabby chic style is used for a children's bedroom. This design involves the use of golden and soft pink shades. Fancy decorations are also used.
Popular design styles:
- Modernism;
- Safari;
- American;
- Minimalism;
- Classical;
- Loft;
- Scandinavian;
These styles can be suitable for any nursery, regardless of the gender of the child.
Stylish room for a newborn boy: original design
For the boy's bedroom, light soft shades are most often used, as well as blue and blue. Often the interior of the room can be in turquoise or green tones.
The most popular ideas for styling a children's room:
- Arrangement of a bedroom in a marine style. It involves the use of pirate themes popular among boys.
- Design in the automotive theme. Transport interests boys since childhood.
The rooms of small representatives of the stronger sex can be decorated with boats, cars, helicopters, rockets.
How to equip a room for a newborn (video)
A room for a newborn must be arranged in compliance with all safety and hygiene requirements. This room should be equally comfortable for both the baby and the mother.
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The newborn should be surrounded by light and soft colors. Pastel, light peach, light blue, olive are the most suitable shades in terms of mental health. Bright colors cause anxiety, can adversely affect vision. By the way, a comfortable, calm environment is no less important for a young mother.
Color spectrum
Leave bright saturated colors until your child grows up. You can refresh the interior for a baby with a natural ornament on the wallpaper, curtains, photo frames, simple drawings on the walls.
If the bed is in dark tones, then make the walls, ceiling and window opening as light as possible. For accents, a simple geometry of darker shades is suitable. For example, squares.
Zoning
A newborn spends most of his life in a crib or with mom / dad in his arms. If the baby has a separate room, then it needs a sleeping area for the child, a changing area and an area for sharing with the mother.
Also consider a storage area. There are several options here. This is a separate closet, a changing chest, shelves in the parents' closet, drawers in the crib. To whom as allows living space and imagination.
Care area (changing area) - a place where the baby is changed and hygiene procedures are carried out. Usually this requires a changing table with shelves or a chest of drawers. A more compact option is a chest of drawers. She can be a transformer for an older age.
Finishing materials: 3 important qualities
A newborn person is very tender and sensitive. He's just developing immunity. Therefore, interior items and especially should be as natural, environmentally friendly, and hygienic as possible.
- Environmental friendliness. Choose high-quality building materials for decoration. Natural or with a minimum content of toxic substances. Such materials are usually sold with the mark "suitable for decorating a children's room."
- Naturalness. The bed should be made of natural wood. Paint and impregnation are non-toxic. Textiles also choose natural origin: linen, cotton, bamboo.
- hygiene. Any decorative elements in the baby's room should be washed frequently, cleaned from dust.
Choose a style: Provence and country
Provence and country styles suggest an atmosphere close to the rustic. Elements of this style can be used in the design of a room for a newborn. These are antique-styled furniture, white or pastel base tone, natural curtains, natural wooden floor.
Refresh such an interior and place color accents with a floral ornament and a cage on textile elements, wallpaper.
Scandinavian style
The main tenets of the Scandinavian style are environmental friendliness, functionality and minimalism of decorative elements. This is a very ergonomic solution for the baby and his parents. What elements are suitable for a newborn room?
A bed made of natural wood, a white changing chest of drawers, a rocking chair for comfortable feeding, relaxing, a bright window, decor made from natural materials.
The walls are plain pastel, pale pink or light cornflower blue. Wall decor in the style of children's drawings, large multi-colored letters. Older siblings or friends' children can help create this design element.
Hang plain shelves, rectangular or house shelves on the walls.
Classic style
pink princess world
The walls can be pasted over with pink paper wallpaper with a pattern of white, olive, gray. It can be stripes, circles, polka dots, clouds, flowers.
In a pink nursery, white natural wood furniture will look harmonious.
If the room turned out to be monophonic, a brighter textile finish will add expressiveness. For example, curtains, roller blinds with a pattern.
For boy
The most popular tone for a baby boy in a classic style is light blue. But this color in the interior of the baby's room can be diversified by combinations with light and dark decor elements.
White trim on a blue background will add lightness and space. Vertical images from floor to ceiling will visually lift the ceiling.
Universal Themes
Many new parents prefer to keep the sex of the child a secret until birth. In this case, it is appropriate to arrange a room for a future resident in a universal color scheme.
White- a very fashionable color for decorating a nursery. The more we get tired of urban smog, the more popular this color becomes, despite its impracticality in terms of cleaning.
In combination with the undiluted colors of the main color scheme (yellow, green, blue), white is perfect for the design of a newborn's children's room.
It harmonizes with all tones of unpainted natural materials.
Various pastel shades are harmoniously combined with each other.
A combination of white or in the interior of a nursery for a newborn baby looks stylish and modern.
Even mouse gray in combination with white furniture and accessories creates a comfortable atmosphere.
Fresh green.
Corner of childhood in a one-room apartment
It often happens that a young family lives in the same room. When another resident appears, parents face the question: how to organize the territory of the baby?
A shelving partition or a light textile, plasterboard partition will separate the children's and adult areas and add storage space.
Accessories and lamps
The walls can be decorated with photo frames, casts of the baby's legs and arms. Keep a balance, do not overload the situation, especially in a limited space.
Interior stickers or photo wallpapers will enliven the interior and add visual impressions to the baby. After all, very soon the baby will become interested in the situation around. Choose wall decorations with simple, uncomplicated images in 2-3 different colors.
Organize natural lighting. That is why the walls should be light. One powerful lamp in the middle of the ceiling is enough. If there is no brightness control, hang a night light.
Decorate a small window with curtains that will leave the window opening free (roller blinds, blinds).
Classic curtains are suitable for a bright room.
Textile accessories will add charm and joy. You can hang big letters on the wall - the name of the baby or some phrase with a meaning like "our baby", "our princess". A bright baby blanket for newborns will also dilute the interior.
2. DO NOT use halftones, purple, rich red in large quantities.
3. Do not hang a lamp and wall decorations directly above the crib. This is dangerous and absolutely unnecessary.
compact furniture
If the room for the baby is small or even shared with a brother or sister, then a compact chest of drawers with lower drawers will help.
For a common room with an older child, a bunk bed with a lower tier for a newborn is suitable.
In anticipation of the appearance of the child, parents try to equip his room. Undoubtedly, the nursery will change its appearance over time, as the baby will grow and his desires and needs will also not stand still. That is why parents can make the ideal room just before the birth of the baby, acting in accordance with their own desires.
The nuances of zoning a children's room
Most pediatricians believe that a good baby room should be functional and comfortable. It regulates the air temperature and humidity level, it is possible to ventilate, there is properly made lighting and sound insulation, and the finishing materials used in the design of the room are safe.
Since the child is constantly growing and developing, the optimal layout of the room should highlight several zones:
- game part;
- sleeping place;
- space for study (in perspective);
It is great if in addition to the crib in the nursery there is a cradle or a changing table. Zoning itself is carried out thanks to the arrangement of furniture, the use of screens, due to floor and wall coverings.
The center of the children's room should be empty so that the baby can play there. In general, zoning serves to optimize the room space.
Finishing work in the room for the newborn
Wall covering in the children's room can be:
- wallpaper for painting;
- wallpaper that can be washed;
- dye.
Young children often love to draw, including on the walls. Therefore, parents need to be prepared to change the wall covering in a couple of years.
Wallpaper for a nursery should be selected in plain colors, with a small pattern. They must be paper or vinyl coated. An interesting wall with photo wallpapers (if it is alone and not opposite the bed) of the corresponding theme will turn out to be interesting. In the case of using paint, it is necessary to use acrylic waterproof models that do not have a smell.
The design of the room for a newborn is made out, focusing on the gender of the child: pink and gold are more suitable for girls, and blue and blue for boys. The presence of wall carpets is unacceptable, as they will perfectly collect dust on themselves.
Sex for a growing baby from about three months, when he becomes more active and inquisitive, turns out to be the most familiar pastime. Therefore, the choice of flooring should be approached carefully. You can use a laminate or cork, a wooden floor board.
The main thing is that the coating meets safety requirements, is of high quality and environmentally friendly. When laying floors, it is recommended to close the seams with high quality, as they will be washed frequently.
It makes no sense to make the ceiling in the nursery complex, for example, multi-level with the use of drywall boards. Such a ceiling can frighten a child or exert some psychological pressure. It is also not recommended to use bright colors, use details of rich tones. When repairs are needed, it is best to stretch the ceilings.
Pediatricians unanimously argue that bright light in the children's room is appropriate for older children, babies under 3 months old must be protected from exposure to blinding sunlight. Artificial lighting should be soft and warm. It makes sense to install a night light near the bed.
As for the windows, they are covered with light curtains that can scatter sunlight, mosquito nets are installed. The design of curtains should be simple, multi-layered options with ruffles will be inappropriate due to dust collection.
Nursery furniture
First of all, we are talking about a crib for a newborn. The main selection criteria are comfort, reliability and safety. In terms of placement, it is better to put the crib in a quiet place, away from windows and doors.
If the room for a newborn is small, then it is undesirable to use bulky transforming beds that eat up usable space. Although the choice of crib remains at the discretion of the parents.
A newborn does not need as much furniture as it might seem at first glance. To make it convenient for mom to follow the regimen, you will need:
- chest of drawers for storing clothes and toys;
- changing table, to save space, a chest of drawers is better;
- chair or small sofa for feeding the baby.
Furniture should not have sharp corners and dangerous protrusions, must meet the requirements of environmental safety. The correct layout of the room will make parental movement free, leave space for mastering the skills of crawling and walking.
Children's room decorations
One of the necessary and beautiful solutions is a protective border in the crib, which protects against drafts and prevents the child from hitting the sides. With certain skills, any mother can make a border. They are also on sale, and different sizes for different beds.
Another way to decorate a newborn room is to hang baby pictures on the wall. You can sew an outwardly funny organizer for storing hygiene products, diapers and other accessories necessary for the baby.
In the play area, you can place a developing mat, made by yourself or purchased in a store.
Temperature, humidity and cleaning in the children's room
The respiratory tract of the baby is extremely sensitive, dry or too humid air can harm his health. An indicator of 50-70% humidity is considered optimal. To control the humidity and temperature in the room, it makes sense to purchase a special multifunctional device that combines a clock, a thermometer and a humidity meter.
It is also worth putting a humidifier in the room of the newborn. In autumn and spring, when air humidity can exceed the norm, the amount of ventilation should be slightly increased, while making sure that the baby is not blown away. The average number of airings, including this procedure at bedtime, is at least 3-4 times.
The temperature is maintained at 22-24ºС. If the child is bathed in a room, it is raised to 25-28ºС. Over time, when the baby begins to move actively, in order to avoid overheating, it makes sense to lower the temperature to 20-22ºС.
Wet cleaning of the nursery should be carried out daily. It includes: washing floors, dusting bedding, wiping surfaces from dust.
In addition, monthly it is necessary to clean the windows and wash the curtains, every 3 months to wipe the walls with a damp cloth, without using chemical cleaners.
Creating space for the baby is accompanied by pleasant chores. Choosing the right things, finding a suitable bed, reviewing photos of rooms for a newborn online, choosing ideas for the interior, and finally making repairs - all this will take a lot of time and require financial investments, but the joy of motherhood and fatherhood will surely overshadow all difficulties.
Photo of a room for a newborn
The main difference between a room for newborns and all other nurseries is that the interior is created more for the convenience of the mother. At the same time, the design should take into account the recommendations of specialists regarding those points that may affect the health of the baby, his well-being and development.
What to provide
A comfortable microclimate, a favorable environment and functionality are the three components of a good room for a newly born baby.
- Microclimate. The first rule of organizing space - a nursery for a newborn should be warm, bright, with fresh air, soundproofing and controlled humidity.
- . For a stable warm temperature background, you can use a heater with a thermostat, and control the humidity. The optimal microclimate for babies: 20-22 ° C at a humidity of 50-70%.
- Fresh air. The room where the newborn is constantly staying should be periodically ventilated. It is undesirable to keep a window or window open all the time to prevent drafts. It is better to take the baby out of the room for the time of airing. It would be nice to get rid of dust accumulators - carpets, lush draperies, lambrequins and heavy curtains.
- Noise isolation. To protect against extraneous sounds that interfere with sleep and tranquility, you can finish the room with soundproof materials.
- Lighting. During the day, the newborn's room should be well lit, but so that the sun's rays do not shine into his eyes. During daytime sleep, windows should be slightly shaded with light curtains. Artificial lighting should be similar to daylight. In the evening, you can turn on the projector, which reflects the plots of fairy tales, your photos, the starry sky on the ceiling. Pictures should change smoothly, without tiring children's eyes.
At night, you need to provide subdued light, using nightlights. Well, if there are several of them - near the crib, changing table, chest of drawers, which may be needed at night.
Wall decoration with bright pictures, posters, photos, drawings is one of the directions in the children's interior. At first, such a design will cheer up the mother, and then it will serve the baby as a means of aesthetic education. Images located in front of the baby need to be changed often so that they attract his attention with their novelty.
Requirements for all materials that finish or decorate a children's room for a baby - environmental friendliness, cleanliness, hypoallergenicity.
How to provide functionality
In this case, “functionality” means how comfortable the interior where the newborn lives is for the mother. The convenience of this room for the baby will be required a little later. In the meantime, he only lies in the crib, everything should be organized so that he can be taken care of as easily as possible.
Thoughtful "for mom" design includes:
- proper arrangement of pieces of furniture needed by the child;
- comfortable sofa or armchair for relaxation;
- no piling up of objects, unnecessary furniture;
- proper organization of lighting.
The emotional state of the mother greatly affects the baby. If she feels calm and confident, these feelings will be transferred to the child. Interior design should be aimed at maintaining such emotions of the mother.
Color
The influence of color on the development of children, their psycho-emotional state has long been known. In the first weeks of life, a newborn has the most developed visual perception, so the first room must be made warm, bright, so that the surrounding interior is perceived by him easily and calmly.
But the presence of bright colors is also necessary, which stimulate the development of the brain. The baby should be surrounded by calm colors, complemented by small bright spots.
Which palette to choose is up to the parents. Not required for newborn girls - pink tones, for boys - blue. You can move away from these stereotypes and create an interior in light green, pale yellow, milky or beige, complementing them with bright contrasting inserts.
To make the design cheerful and fun, you can decorate the walls with funny photos of a newborn or pictures of a children's theme in large colorful frames.
Furniture in the baby's first room
When decorating an interior for a baby, it is right to choose only the furniture that is needed at this age. This:
- baby changing table;
- cabinet or bedside table for children's cosmetics.
From a small cradle, he will quickly grow. You can choose a full-fledged children's bed, as long as it is comfortable, made from natural hypoallergenic materials, without flaps or curtains that block the view and access to fresh air.
It is unacceptable to use a stroller for sleep, adapted only for short walks in the fresh air. When choosing, you need to consult a doctor - its quality affects the health of the child, future posture.
The changing table should be comfortable, spacious, with built-in lockers. If they are not there, you can install a chest of drawers for clothes and diapers next to the table. In the interior for a baby, everything you need should be at hand.
It is important to create a place for mom. For example, put a sofa so that it is convenient for her to play with the child, feed him or relax.
The main principle: in the room for a newborn there should be only the necessary comfortable furniture, made of environmentally friendly materials that do not provoke allergies.
Walls
With regard to wall decoration, the design of the first room for a child may not differ from the decoration of such surfaces in other rooms. They can be painted or wallpapered. But all materials must be environmentally friendly, not have foreign odors, not cause allergies.
Suitable paper wallpaper, covered with vinyl coating. They meet all sanitary standards and wash well. Another solution is cork wallpaper. It's beautiful, natural, safe.
Flooring
Like the whole interior, the floor in the newborn's room should be safe, environmentally friendly. You should choose one that is easy to clean and dry clean.
For example, cork floors. They are hypoallergenic, withstand any load, resistant to moisture, wash well, do not slip and look good in any design. But the prices for such coverage are quite high.
Also parquet will fit well into the baby's room. Such floors are warm, natural, eco-friendly. A worthy and relatively inexpensive alternative to parquet is laminate, which is characterized by good thermal insulation, moisture resistance, and resistance to stress.
Linoleum also has similar advantages, but it is better to choose a nursery with a non-slip surface.
Are plants needed?
To make the room have a more attractive design and a healthy microclimate, you can put flowers in it. remove carbon dioxide from the air and fill it with oxygen.
But for the baby's room, only those varieties and species that do not bloom and do not have an aroma that can provoke an allergy are suitable. Palm plants work well. They do not smell, do not throw out flowers.
Beauty, safety, comfort, coziness should surround a newborn from the first days of life. Everything that he sees or feels affects his mood, psychological state, emotions.
Child psychologists are sure that the design of the room in which the baby grows can influence its development. Parents strive to make the interior as safe as possible. The combination of these two parameters allows you to create the perfect room for a newborn.
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