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Nursery checklist - text version

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Use this handy guide to get your baby’s nursery set up before they arrive.

Bassinet

For the first 6 months, your baby should sleep by your side in a bassinet in your bedroom.

Cot and mattress

The mattress should be firm and fit very snuggly. You'll also need a couple of fitted sheets and a waterproof mattress protector. Do not use pillows or quilts.

Change table

Any firm surface will do for getting your baby changed, but a change table can be really useful to have everything you need stored in the one place and also is usually the ideal height.

Chest of drawers

It won't take long for you to have a stack of clothes for your baby.

Clothing and accessories

Other ideas

Bath time

Getting out of the house

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