The first 3 months after birth, the baby is kept as close to the mother as possible so that the adaptation of the little one takes place with maximum comfort and without stress. Then they arrange their own corner for the baby or assign a separate bedroom. Therefore, there will be a need to buy furniture for a newborn, it should be chosen competently.
Cozy room for babies
What furniture is needed for a baby
Examining sets of furniture for a newborn in the store, they select a set that will organically fit into the interior of the children's room. The smaller the dimensions of the room, the more scrupulous they approach the choice of items, based on their functionality.
Essential furniture
Making out a small room for a nursery for a newborn, they buy things that cannot be done without:
- the main piece of furniture is a crib, for a start you can install a small cozy cradle;
- in the first year of life, you cannot do without a changing table;
- it is necessary to purchase a wardrobe for the newborn, which will store numerous undershirts, diapers, romper suit, etc.
If there are cots or tables combined with storage elements for children's things, this will save room space, making it possible to add new pieces of furniture to the set.
List for comfort
First of all, it is necessary to proceed from the convenience of the mother who feeds the baby. Therefore, a cozy armchair or a small sofa should be installed in the bedroom, on which the woman will sit with the baby in her arms.
Arrangement of a room with comfort
The toddler is growing up, and the range of furniture for a newborn is gradually changing. When the child learns to hold his back and is able to sit on his own, a corner for eating will be equipped in the nursery, having installed a small table with a chair there. In parallel, it can be used for training with a baby.
A playpen will help ensure the safety of the newborn during play. It is worth installing a low chest next to it for storing toys.
Varieties of children's furniture
When a headset is chosen by color, based on the gender of the child, there are no difficulties. Considering the numerous models of the kit items, it's time to get confused in the variety of types. In order not to be mistaken in choosing the right things, you should first familiarize yourself with the features of children's furniture.
Cribs
If a sleeping place for a newborn was not previously distinguished by special delights, then in the modern assortment, in addition to the classic simple version, you can find many interesting original products.
Crib models
| Name | Features: |
|---|---|
| Transformers | Such beds are popular for owners of small apartments. There are 3 functional areas in one item: places for sleeping, swaddling and a sectional storage for children's things. Another attractive feature is the ability to change the size of the lounger as the child grows. Some models are designed for use from infancy to one year and for preschool age. |
| Pendulums | This option facilitates the process of motion sickness of the baby. When installing such a bed in the bedroom, it is necessary to provide free space nearby. There are models with a transverse and longitudinal swing mechanism. To start them, just one touch of the hand is enough. |
| On skids | The legs of the crib are fixed on arcs with a small bending radius. This allows for easy rocking. For a toddler, this model may be inconvenient - due to the instability of the sleeping place, it is difficult for the baby to maintain balance in a sitting or standing position. The situation is easy to fix - the set includes wheels that are attached from the bottom to the runners. The rocking mechanism will lock, making the crib stable and free to move around the room if necessary. |
Compact and comfortable
Modern models of cribs are complemented by drawers, have removable sides and a mechanism for adjusting the height of the bed.
Cradles
At first, this is a great alternative to a crib. A kind of nest provides all the conditions for the baby of the first months of life to comfortably adapt after the mother's tummy. The sides of the models are high, the position of the berth is adjusted by moving the bottom. This provides the baby with maximum safety.
Baby nest
Almost all cradles are equipped with wheels, which allows the mini-crib to move silently without disturbing the sleep of the newborn. Expensive models are equipped with an electronic motion sickness system. For the entertainment of a falling asleep child, hanging toys with music or light garlands are provided.
The cradles are very convenient, but for the crumbs who have learned to get up on their own, they are not suitable - the toddler may fall out of the nest. The size of such cribs is limited, from the 6th month the baby will have to buy a new, more spacious bed.
Lockers
Even if the bed is supplemented with storage boxes, you still cannot do without a chest of drawers or a small cabinet in the nursery. In order not to clutter up the room with a set of furniture, it is enough to choose one, but universal storage system.
Such models can easily accommodate not only children's clothes, but also bedding, toys, accessories necessary for caring for a baby, and even a newborn's first aid kit.
Changing table
If it was not possible to purchase a transforming crib for the baby, supplemented with a changing area, then you will have to buy a table separately. When choosing, they pay attention not only to the dimensions of this piece of furniture, but also to the features of each model:
- The compact version is the usual folding classic in small sizes. For a small bedroom, this is not a bad purchase, because the table can be easily moved.
- The transformer is versatility and practicality. Models are distinguished by their small size and the presence of compartments for storing clothes, diapers, diapers and other essentials.
Elegant model
- The dresser table is good because it can be used as a storage system for things, and after the little one grows up. The manufacturer took care of this by making the restrictive sides on the tabletop removable.
- The pendant model is attached to the wall, its work surface can be easily transferred from horizontal to vertical, which is very convenient for a small room. At the same time, the folding structure can have compartments for storing various small items.
The retro style is reminiscent of the classic models used in medical institutions. In a modern design, these tables have various sizes and designs. In them, the base of the table top is wooden or metal, for which you will need to additionally purchase a mattress. The design is a shelf, supplemented with drawers, side compartments, hangers.
Arena
This piece of furniture is often used as a safe playground. Most modern models are supplemented by the function of a sleeping place for daytime sleep. The arena folds up compactly, so you can take it with you to the dacha, on a trip, or on a trip to nature.
Playpen bed
Note! The main materials used for making arenas are plastic, mesh, fabric. Therefore, all models are lightweight. The only drawback is the lack of side rails for the baby to cling to, trying to stand on his feet.
Basic requirements for furniture for newborns
Practicality, durability are important properties of furniture in a nursery for newborns. Headsets must meet other specifications:
- environmental friendliness plays a big role in the health of the baby; therefore, children's furniture items are made exclusively from natural materials; priority is given to products from noble tree species (beech, oak, birch, pine);
- the presence of metal parts in furniture should be minimized; you should pay attention to the absence of sharp corners and protrusions (they are rounded in safe furniture).
Important! A mobile child is able to overturn even a heavy object on himself, therefore it is important to observe such a quality as stability.
Furniture can be simple or multifunctional, but one important property will affect the emotional development of the baby - the color scheme. The colorful headset will attract the child and create a feeling of comfort.
Criterias of choice
Before purchasing furniture for babies, decide on the space in which it will be installed. This will allow you to navigate the choice of models and the number of items. When creating an interior, it is important to take into account the following recommendations:
- start with the selection of a crib:
- if the room is small, it is more reasonable to buy a transformer, where the folding sidewall turns into a changing table, and under the bottom there are drawers for storing things;
- the smaller the child, the more stable the crib should be; therefore, even in a rocking chair, a fixation mechanism is required to a stationary state;
- it is worth paying attention to the model with soft sides - this will protect the child from blows;
- the optimal distance between the bars of the lattice is 6-9 cm;
- if the changing table is purchased separately, you should not take a small model - children grow quickly;
- there must be protective sides on the table so that the little one does not fall to the floor during a coup;
- the height of the changing table is matched to my mother's height - a woman should not feel discomfort when changing her baby.
Note! Upholstered furniture in the children's room is installed as little as possible. These are real dust collectors, they can cause allergies in a child.
Design and decoration tips
When creating an interior, you need to take into account that children's furniture for newborns should correspond to the general style of the room. Objects should also harmonize with each other in a color scheme. The overall picture will be complemented by bedding, textiles on the windows, cute decor elements.
Already from infancy, children are taught to realize their gender. This also manifests itself in the choice of color shades of the interior:
- girls are more impressed by pastel colors (beige, lilac, light pink, pale yellow);
- when choosing furniture for a boy, you should focus on woody shades, dark beige, rich yellow or green.
White is considered a universal color and will perfectly fit into any interior. As for the technical characteristics of furniture, light decorative models are more suitable for princesses. The boyish status will be emphasized by solid multifunctional furniture.
Reviews of furniture sets for newborns
Visiting furniture outlets in your city, it is not always possible to find suitable options for children's headsets. This is where the Internet comes to the rescue with a variety of online stores. The catalogs contain models for every taste and pocket, so that in a matter of minutes you can find the right options.
Budget
Inexpensive furniture sets for the little ones are presented by domestic manufacturers:
- Antel is distinguished by its beautiful design. Neutral colors suit both boys and girls alike. The set includes a transforming bed with a comfortable cradle, a chest of drawers with a folding changing table;
- a little cheaper is the "Vanilla Pudding" set (Kedr company), which includes a chest of drawers with volumetric drawers on which a changing table is installed, and an orthopedic bed made of massive birch, which can be easily transformed into a comfortable sofa. The cradle is supplemented with an orthopedic mattress made using the "winter-summer" technology.
A budget option
It is also worth paying attention to the models produced by the firms "Feya", "Agat", "Papa Carlo", "ByTwinz" and others.
Comfortable option
Headsets from popular European manufacturers are slightly more expensive than Russian children's furniture. They stand out for their convenience and beautiful design. It is proposed to pay attention to such brands:
- Micuna produces high quality furniture made from natural materials in a classic style. Functional cleverness provides comfort for mom and baby;
- The Bambolina set combines grace and comfort. Many models of furniture sets are complemented by original bedding, decorated with embroidery and lace.
Having decided to choose furniture for your baby with maximum comfort, you should not spare money. The money spent will pay off handsomely.
Premium kit
If you want to equip the nursery in the style of the palaces of a little princess or prince, furniture of this category will suit perfectly:
- "Savio Firmino" - in addition to a baby cot, the set includes a chest of 6 drawers combined with a changing table, a rack with shelves and pull-out sections, as well as a comfortable rocking chair for mom;
- "Baby Expert" - furniture combines the traditions of old craftsmen and modern innovations. Manufacturers offer a choice of 4 options for rooms for newborns.
In online stores you can find many more interesting models of children's headsets for every taste. Fashion dictates style options in interior design, which manufacturers take into account. First of all, when buying, one should proceed from the degree of comfort and safety for the baby.
