If you’re expecting a new addition to the family, you probably have organising your home for a new baby on your to-do list. In this article, we'll talk about some of the practical steps you can take to get organised and set up your home for a new baby.

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Top 5 tips for preparing your home for a new baby

1. Prepare the nursery

Before you start planning your baby’s nursery, it's important that you find the right space for it. If you have the available space for it, you might want to consider utilising one of the rooms as a nursery. Proximity to your bedroom is an important consideration.

When it comes to designing a nursery, it's important to make it as comfortable as possible. Below, we'll talk about a few hacks that will make it easier to keep your nursery organised.

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Set up a diaper-changing station

A well-equipped changing station will allow you to effortlessly handle the process of changing diapers. The changing station will have diapers, wipes, creams, and other baby accessories. Here are some of the essential items you need to have for your diaper station.

• A dresser or changing table
• Changing pad
• Liners
• Baby ointment
• Diaper pail
• Sanitisers
• Diapers
• Storage

Make sure to set up a breastfeeding nook

Creating a tranquil and relaxing nursing nook is a great way to take a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life, and let’s not forget how exhausting breastfeeding can be. Use the space as a mini retreat to take a break from the stress and strain of being a new mother. You can customise the room according to your needs, and it can be used for breastfeeding or pumping.

Add more storage space to baby’s nursery

Not only do standard closets not allow you to store baby clothes, but they also don't have enough space to store other items. To improve the efficiency of your space, you can add various storage options such as rods, baskets, and shelves. You can also add baby clothes dividers to make it easier to organise.

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2. Ensure the master bedroom is organised

In a lot of cases, newborns will stay in the master bedroom for the first few months. This makes it important that you have the space set up to accommodate everybody who shares it. Here are a few organising tips to help get the room ready.

Set up a bassinet or hanging crib

You might want to consider adding a hanging crip or a bassinet in your master bedroom to give your newborn a place to sleep. These two options are both child-friendly and, depending on the size you choose, won’t take up too much space.

Prepare a diaper kit

If you have a diaper kit in your bedroom, it probably has a changing mat, wipes, and diapers. If not, now you know how to put together a basic one. This will make it easier to change diapers whenever you need to.

Get breastfeeding essentials

Having a breastfeeding nook in the master bedroom will make breastfeeding easier and ensure that both mother and baby are comfortable. You can also add nightlights to the area to help you navigate when it’s dark.

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3. Start by preparing all the baby gear

To welcome a new baby into the home, you should make sure that all the necessary equipment has been purchased and tested. Some of the most important things you should have are an age-appropriate car seat and a sleeping area with all the necessary items.

If you plan on using certain baby-related items, such as changing tables and infant swings, you should also make sure that all of the necessary equipment is assembled.

Most people find it fun to decorate and furnish their own nursery. Creating beautiful nursery furniture is a great way to spend quality time with your partner.

4. Try to stock the bathroom with essentials

As you start preparing the bathroom for your new baby, think about the various items that will be needed to make your postpartum recovery a little easier. Also, consider the bathing essentials your baby will need.

5. Make sure you organise the kitchen

Before you welcome a new baby into your home, make sure that you have all the necessary supplies in place for both the baby and your family. You'll need to plan for the storage of your bottle-feeding equipment and any other items you might need. Second, you'll have to plan for the first couple of weeks after the baby's birth to ensure that you don’t suddenly require a specific item only to realise that you don’t have it.

Getting your home ready for a new baby? It is very important, and organising your home will help make it easier for you, your child, and the rest of the family to get settled. Visit Junk Mail Marketplace to find baby essentials, furniture, safety equipment and more.

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