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While it may be the most fun part of being pregnant, the nursery can result in a whole new round of decision making.

Soft, playful themes and color schemes are important for newborns and babies to feel safe and welcomed into their new world.

However, the experts agree that safety should be your foremost goal when designing the new nursery. New moms especially might forget that practical considerations — like keeping chokables or window blind cords away from the crib — are top priorities when laying out the grand design.

Other important baby room safety tips to consider include:

• Choosing a crib of sturdy construction. Slats must be 2 3/8 inches (60 mm) apart or less.
• Installing outlet covers to prevent shock or electrocution as baby begins to explore its new room.
• Securing bookshelves or changing tables to the wall with brackets or screws to prevent tipping.
• Opting for flame-retardant fabrics and sleepwear. Also be sure to have a smoke detector and carbon monoxide alarm installed just outside the room

Then there are budget concerns (have your priced baby furniture lately??) along with baby clothes storage, space considerations ...and timing!

Find out how other mothers are coping - with first-hand accounts, do-it-yourself tips and tricks as well as expert advice on painting, decorating, setting up and budgeting for your brand new nursery...

More about nursery & baby room decorating around the Web:

Nursery School - Finishing the Baby's Room - Extensive info, ideas and tips on set up, painting and decorating, carpeting, window treatments, budgeting, an action checklist, plus surf around for more on twin sharing and adding space to your nursery.

Nursery Themes & Projects - The motherlode of themes from HGTV for baby & toddler room decorating - including nautical, trains, gender-neutral, "artsy", vintage, country and lots more including craft instructions and tips on mobiles, wall hangings, rugs and window treatments.

Baby Nursery : Decorating Tips & Ideas - Expert how to's on creativity and decorating, plus dos and don'ts of creating your first nursery, common mistakes to avoid, safety concerns, and also check out Creating Good Feng Shui in Baby's Room.

How to Set Up a Baby Nursery - A quick overview from E-How.com with advice on cribs and furniture, color schemes, safety warnings and more, with visitor comments and related how-to's. Also see related tips at How to Buy Baby Furniture and Clothing Online.

How do I set up the nursery for two babies? - Advice for the doubly challenged, including crib setup, clothes storage and a changing table built-for-two.

The Safe Nursery - Printable brochure in PDF format from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission with an tips and advice on crib, toy, changing table and storage safety.

How to Decorate a Child's Room on a Budget - Quick money-saving ideas for baby or toddler rooms with tips on color schemes, paints, craft ideas & techniques.

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