Instead of all the fluff and dragging on about nonsense, I want to dive in and get to the nitty gritty of planning and preparing the nursery.

First is first let’s determine your budget. What will you add to your baby shower gift list? What do you want to do right away?

Let’s start with the bare bones of the room. Washing down the walls, baseboards, clean the windows and wipe down the closet. Do you have wood floors? Do you have splinters coming up from the woord? Do you need to hire a floor company to come in and buff and care for the wood? Are you thinking of new carpets but this is not in the budget, No worries. Rent a carpet cleaner and clean the carpets yourself to save your budget for the fun stuff. The room is cleaned and you are ready to decide on a theme or a color?

Are you unsure what to put on the baby shower list. Not wanting to add to much or to little? Not want to feel like you are asking to much, I promise you that people want to buy all the gifts and want you and your new baby to have all the things you want. Add all the stuff and have the baby shower early so you can then prepare for the things that were not purchased on the list.

Need help with what to ask for? I have asked my clients what was one thing they could not live without and here are a few items they shared. Grab your pen and paper, You will want to add this to your list too!

• Crib, mattress and crib sheets
• Bassinet with sheets ( they normally come with the insert).
• Changing table with changing pad and pad covers.
• Rocking Chair, comfy chair or glider
• Dresser
• Dresser lamp
• Night light
• Curtains
• Blinds that push-up by hand and not by stings.
• Wood floors in the nursery, you will want a nursery rug
• Decor for the walls example: ( baby book holder for the floor or wall, Frames to hang baby’s first photos and if you are having a girl you will for sure want a bow and headband holder.).
• Closet organizer
• Mobile for over the crib
• Personalized Name (if you have a name picked out).
• Outlet covers
• Dresser | Furniture strap screws ( things to keep baby safe and items secure).
• Stroller
• Diaper bag
• Binki
• Burp cloths
• Diapers | Cloth diapers of all the sizes If this is your second baby many have a diaper party.
• Bottles if you are choosing to use them
• Hauka Pump and breast pads
• Car Seat or two if you have two vehicles
• Burp Cloths
• Blanket
• Onesies
• Baby Clothes
• Baby wash, baby lotion, baby brush, nail trimmer, baby wipes
• Baby towels
• Dreft or a baby laundry that you are wanting to use. Dye free is great for those baby with sensitive skin
• Baby Shusher
• Cabinet locks to keep your items secure that can harm baby
• Diaper bag
• Boppy

Let’s not forget about momma to be, Don’t forget about yourself. You will want a few things for labor and delivery. You deserve to be pampered too!

• Hair Ties
• Chap Stick
• Lotion
• Robe
• Breastfeeding bras
• Tummy control panties
• Yoga pants
• Lovevook hospital bag
• Kindred Bravely items
• Slippers with slip guard on the bottom
• Socks
• Breastfeeding shirt or dress to help if you are breastfeeding
• Deodorant, tooth paste, shampoo, conditioner and brush Bring it for your significant other as well.
• Momcozi or boba wrap to carry baby
• Kangaroo sweatshirt or hoodie wear baby in a cute shirt
• Photography Sessions: Maternity and Newborn photos

Preparing for baby’s nursery might feel exhausting. It will be fun and you deserve to be pampered. Let’s not forget to take care of your body during all this preparation. Find yourself a pregnancy chiropractor to adjust your body. Your body is changing and growing. I also recommend a prenatal massage. Maybe a pamper you day with a manicure and pedicure. At the end of your pregnancy you will find or not be able to find your toes and your tired feet will love you for a pedicure.

Baby is almost here!!!! Is this a read you want more of? Let me know in the comments.

Photographer Tip: Book your Maternity and Newborn session before you are 25 weeks. Many times getting on your favorite photographers calendar is a wait. Booking early is best. Most photographers will photograph your pregnancy bump from 29-34 weeks. Ask about a bundle over. Many photographers offer Maternity & Newborn bundle. Be sure to add your photographer to your registry.

Congratulations! Once you have read this blog, you are so much closer to preparing the nursery and your sweet baby.

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Maternity | Newborn and Children Photography