Though not a necessity, it is a good idea to have a changing station set up. Changing supplies are easily accessible where changing tables are convenient for changing the baby. It’s important that the dresser you choose is large enough to hold all the baby’s clothing and various outfits. If the space allows, a cozy chair is a nice addition to the nursery and is perfect for late night feedings.

Regardless of whether you choose to shop in person or online, it is important that you have plenty of top-quality bedding for your baby’s crib. Crib bedding is often more appropriate to buy online as you have available a much richer selection of styles then a physical store can stock. When purchasing baby bedding, it is important to keep in mind the safety of your baby, thus any blankets and sheets purchased should fit snugly on the crib mattress to prevent suffocation, and heavy quilts should be avoided completely; pillows in a crib should be avoided. Typically bedding for infants comes with a fitted sheet for the mattress and a loose sheet to cover the baby. Select bedding in natural fibers like cotton, which are non-irritating and allow the baby’s skin to breathe.