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Getting Your Space Newborn Ready: A New Parent Checklist

Wednesday, October 16, 2019

By Barbara Pronin Bringing a baby into your home carries with it a whirlwind of emotions: joy and excitement, but also a little fear, and a sharpened sense of responsibility. But just as you’ve learned that preparation makes a difference in other areas of your life, you will find that organization, and a little pre-planning, can ease some of the natural uncertainty as you bring your new baby home. 

Real Simple, the magazine that prides itself on getting down to the nitty-gritty, suggests three steps new parents can take to get their living space ready for their new bundle of joy:

Take care of safety issues. While your newborn won’t be crawling right away, you may want to take some safety precautions now, because baby-proofing can never start too early. Be sure all potentially harmful chemicals, detergents and medications are kept out of sight and reach, and invest in cabinet locks to add another layer of security. If you haven’t already, make sure to install smoke, carbon monoxide and radon detectors throughout your apartment or house, and make sure your water heater temperature is set below 120 degrees Fahrenheit to prevent bath water burns.

Invest in baby-friendly technology. A few smart baby products that new parents love are high-resolution baby monitors, self-warming baby bottles, wireless baby soothers and smart bassinets. Do the research now to discover what technology is right for you and your budget—and which companies have approval from third-party consumer protection groups.

Prep the nursery. This is where you and your baby will spend a lot of time among a seeming avalanche of diapers, toys and paraphernalia, so build in plenty of time to get it ready. If you’re dealing with a smaller space, prep it by: 
- Buying a combination dresser and changing table and investing in a good changing pad.
- Using the space underneath the crib to store extra diapers, wipes and seasonal clothes (at least until your baby begins to crawl).
- Installing drawer and closet organizers to help you easily find clean socks, onesies and other baby gear
- Using mesh laundry bags to hold worn socks, because those tiniest of baby accessories are so easily misplaced come laundry day.

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