On Welcoming the Baby: Create a Healthy Nursery

Getting ready for your new baby requires a lot of planning. You would need a room that will grow with your child and fill her with inspiration, excitement and wonder.

A good flow of energy in the space will inevitably lead to a happier, healthier child, while a room with a poor energy flow will contribute to a child who can't sleep well, is cranky and tends to get sick often.

When it comes to the nursery room, be guided by your senses. Think of the nursery as a special retreat for relaxation and bonding with your little one, and let it delight all five senses.

• Create a harmony of colors in the space. Look beyond the traditional pink or blue and choose the colors you really like and that resonate with you.
• Have different sources of light in the room to be used at different times of the day and night.
• Keep your baby's bed away from the door and limit the electrical appliances close to the crib.
• Use natural materials whenever possible for bedding, curtains, flooring, rugs, furniture and toys. Choose wood over plastic.
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• Treat your baby's sense of smell with respect; open windows daily for good ventilation and enjoy gentle essential oils, such as chamomile, rose, vanilla and lavender.

Creating a room for the baby is more than just decorating the space right, it's about expressing your love, care and adoration for this beautiful little person, as well as reassurance of support throughout the life you will be sharing together.