For the first time, I am writing about designing a nursery and decorating with baby products. I have three children of my own who are now about to enter college, but I vividly remember the incredible joy and fulfillment that becoming a parent and welcoming my newborns to this world brought to my life.
Every season is baby season, and an impending arrival is one of the most delightful reasons to redecorate!
Your precious bundle deserves the very best from day one, to protect their sensitive skin, maintain their health and wellness, and protect the planet for their future – so if you’ve ever considered shopping for products from sustainable resources, now is the time!
In my eBook, Where to Find Eco-Friendly Furnishings for a Sustainable, Stylish Home, I go into detail about what to think about and look for when shopping for sustainable items. Be sure to download it, and check out the section on Nursery design there as well.
In essence, you’ll want to look for products made from organic fibers and fabrics, sustainably harvested woods, low-VOC paints, recycled materials, and heirloom-quality craftsmanship to decorate a safe and comfortable space for your little one.
Whether you are aiming for a naturally neutral nursery or a vibrant rainbow of colors, there’s no limit to the direction you take your design!
Beyond the way you furnish your nursery and play spaces, remember to extend your sense of sustainability into the other areas of your baby’s life, and look for accessories, toys, skincare, and clothing made from eco-friendly resources as well. Wellbeing is a holistic practice, so we can apply sustainability values to our whole selves as well as our surroundings.
Here is a selection of pieces that are Laurence Carr-approved for style and substance when designing a nurturing, cozy space for a new baby:
Stokke Sleepi The Oval Mini Crib
Horm & Casamania Raphia Rocking Chair
Burke Decor Hand-Woven Giraffe Shelf
Burke Decor Woven Sheep Storage Stool
Kartell Children’s Lou Lou Ghost Chair
Bloom Fresco Silver + Rose Gold Highchair
Kartell Children’s Discovolante Toy Car
Burke Decor Wooden Giraffe Shaped Bowling Game
Burke Decor Toddler Rocking Horse
OYOY Butterfly Children’s Dress Up
Zeki Learning Solar System Book
Burke Decor Hand-Woven Bear Wall Shelf
Burke Decor Grey Linen Elephant Head Wall Decor
Burke Decor Felt Farm Animal Mobile
Made Trade Swahili African Modern Basket Set
Kay Bojesen Teak Monkey Wooden Figurine
Burke Decor Panda Baby Teether
Made Trade Ekobo Recycled Bamboo Bambino Baby Feeding Set
Burke Decor Lion Safari Cushion
Made Trade Pebble Organic Wooden Teething Ring Pixie Rattle
Burke Decor Cotton Doll with Pink Star Dress
Burke Decor Cloud on Canvas Peel & Stick Wallpaper
Burke Decor Green Knit Baby Blanket
Made Trade Conejo & Co Oso Wall Hanging
OYOY Follow The Rainbow Wall Rug
Burke Decor Noah’s ABC Wallpaper
Made Trade Coyuchi Cascade Organic Baby Blanket
Burke Decor Safari Bedding
Hopefully, this array of products ignites your imagination and can help set you off on a sustainably-minded, creative path toward decorating a baby’s nursery.
There is great peace in knowing that you’ve done your best for your baby and for the world. Shopping sustainably and surrounding your little one with items that promote wellness is a splendid beginning!
