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One of the most fun things about parenting is the part where you get to decorate your baby's nursery and pick out all the adorable little baby products you can get your hands on. While the whole process is all fun and games for you, your child is most likely to be sitting on the sidelines wondering what is going on. You are all flustered and excited but there are high chances of her not reciprocating the same feelings, not because she doesn't care but rather because she is a little too young to appreciate certain things. She may not clap her hands in glee when you get her room painted in bright yellow or bring home a framed picture of the two of you. But you know what she will appreciate? A proper bedding set.
Babies love their sleep. Try and mess up a baby's sleep time and you will have to deal with a cranky baby that is hell-bent on letting you know that she is not pleased. Doing up your baby's crib with a firm yet comfortable mattress, cosy blankets, and baby pillows with firm sides will work in both your baby's and your favors. Not just sleeping pillows, you can also get your hands on travel and feeding pillows that have both been designed for different purposes.
A couple of baby pillows that your baby will appreciate and that will make your job as a parent easier include:
Bed/sleeping - Normally, many child specialists do not recommend sleeping pillows for infants that are under four months. This because of the high risk of suffocation they raise. So to be on the safer side, it is advisable to let your baby lie flat on her back, without any pillows or support for the first few months. However, on days when your child is suffering from a cold or has nasal-related problems, placing a firm sleeping pillow under her head might help.
Body - Body pillows are larger in size than the other styles of baby pillows and are a must-have. You can lay these pillows on the bed or leave them on the floor, their semi-hard surface will ensure that your baby has a sturdy yet comfortable cushioning beneath her. Body pillows also come with back support so your child can practice sitting on her own. In case your child decides to suddenly fall asleep, these pillows are large enough to allow her to comfortably stretch her tired limbs out and enjoy a nice nap.
Decorative - A monkey with a mischievous grin on his face, a smiling lady bug, a friendly looking lion, your child will have more than a few friends with these cheerful characters adorning her. Just be careful to not crowd her crib with these though as they might end up suffocating her.
Feeding/nursing - Place these baby pillows under your baby's head as you breastfeed her. This way, she doesn't have to struggle to keep her head steady and you can relax your arms and back as well.
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