Creating An Eco-Friendly Baby Nursery – 5 Tips
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NTM-910YLW - Sony Baby Call Nursery Monitor Sale Price: $30.99  |
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Sony's NTM-910 900 MHz BabyCall&174; Nursery Monitor was designed to offer the clearest connection to your baby. Features include 900 MHz Technology which extends the range of the BabyCall Monitor further than conventional (43-49MHz) monitors, 27 Channels to greatly minimize interference for even clearer communication, a Water Resistant Receiver, a Built-in Rechargeable Battery Receiver which provides savings and convenience over replaceable batteries, and Voice Activation Mode which eliminates extraneous background noise... |
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Dexbaby Nursery Organizer, White Sale Price: $16.95 |
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The nursery organizer neatly stores baby's essentials where you need them most. Attach it to your changing table, dresser, or wall. Convenient pockets and shelves provide easy access to diapers, wipes, lotions, creams, and toys. |
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Animals Alphabet Baby Nursery Peel & Stick Wall Art Sticker Decals for Boys and Girls Sale Price: $12.99 |
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Can you say your ABCs? Make learning alphabet fun and entertaining! This educational and adorable set of animal alphabet wall stickers features all 26 letters from the alphabet, each with a cooridinating animal illustrated in vibrant colors... |
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Angelcare Baby Sound Monitor, White Sale Price: $58.98 |
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Angelcare Sound MonitorIt's tough being a parent. You can't help but worry about your baby every minute of every day, even when your baby is sleeping soundly. The Angelcare AC420 Sound Monitor is a great sound monitor at an affordable price... |
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Baby Trend Deluxe Playard, Provence Sale Price: $132.93 |
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Shop for Playpens from Playpens.com! Keep your little one safe comfy and protected with the Baby Trend Playard - Provence. This versatile play pen includes a removable bassinet and canopy that's portable and freestanding... |
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Philips AVENT Basic Baby Monitor with DECT Technology Sale Price: $71.00 |
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Even when you're away from the nursery, you can rely on the SCD510/00 DECT Baby Monitor from Philips AVENT to keep track of your baby. With a generous operating range, advanced sound technology, a 100 percent private connection with zero interference, and a unique Talk Back feature, this monitor can keep you connected with your baby no matter where you are in the house... |
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Pam Grace Creations Nursery To Go 10 Piece Baby Bedding Set, Butterfly Sale Price: $84.99 |
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Crib Set includes coverlet, bumper, crib skirt , fitted sheet, diaper stacker, valance, musical mobile and three wall hangings |
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American Baby Company Waterproof Fitted Quilted Porta-Crib Mattress Pad Cover Sale Price: $12.25 |
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Baby Buddy Size-It Closet Organizers, Sage Sale Price: $4.99 |
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"Size It" Closet Organizers: These size dividers make it simple to keep the whole wardrobe neat and orderly. Five blank plastic size dividers with removable size labels from Newborn to Size 8. Made in USA. |
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Sony 900 MHz BabyCall Nursery Monitor with Receivers Sale Price: Too low to display |
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Tutu dress with matching batwings, glovelettes and bat ear headband. Size large 3t-4t... |
With the recent focus on organic living and eco-friendly products, many parents have become interested in creating non-toxic, natural living spaces for their children. One room that typically receives special attention is the baby nursery. Since newborns are still developing, a healthy home environment is particularly important. Creating an eco-friendly or organic baby nursery is a smart move not only for your baby, but for your family and the environment as well.
If you've ever awaited the birth of a child, you know that it's an exciting time! With happy anticipation, the decorating frenzy begins. Bedding and furniture are purchased, walls are painted and new floors may be installed. It's natural to want everything in the baby nursery to be new and beautiful for your precious newborn.
But new and beautiful doesn't necessarily mean safe. Traditional furniture, paints and fabrics may have chemicals and toxins that may be unhealthy for your baby.
Luckily, stores and online boutiques are offering more eco-friendly options for furniture, wall coverings, floorings, and organic baby bedding. These natural, organic baby products are typically produced without the use of harmful chemicals and thus contribute to a healthier nursery environment.
Here are five smart purchases to make when creating your organic baby nursery.
A Natural Wood Crib -- Your baby will spend a lot of time sleeping so you want a crib that is non-toxic. Traditional wood cribs may have harmful stains or finishes while furniture made from pressed wood may contain adhesives that can also irritate your baby. Consider purchasing a sustainable natural wood crib with a non-toxic finish.
An Organic Crib Mattress -- Your baby's actual sleeping surface is just as important as the crib. Conventional mattresses may contain materials and toxins that may be released into the air while your baby sleeps. To promote your baby's health and safety, look for organic crib mattresses that are made from certified-organic materials and fabrics.
Organic Crib Bedding -- Many people are unaware that conventionally-grown cotton is one of the most heavily-sprayed crops in the world. To ensure that your baby's sensitive skin is not exposed to toxins in regular cotton bedding, consider organic baby bedding made from natural, organic fabrics and eco-friendly dyes.
Eco-friendly Carpet and Flooring -- Traditional carpets typically contain known allergens such as adhesives, stain protectors and flame retardants. To avoid bringing these allergens into your baby's room, look for healthier alternatives such as eco-friendly hardwoods, bamboo and cork floorings or rugs made of natural fibers.
Eco-friendly Paint -- Ever notice that strong smell in the air when painting? Many traditional paints emit toxins called volatile organic compounds which can be hazardous to your family's health. These toxins can concentrate indoors and may linger long after painting has finished. Look for low-voc, zero-voc or milk-based paints made of natural non-toxic elements.
Decorating your baby's nursery can be a wonderful way to prepare for your baby's arrival. With careful consideration to these key design elements, your baby's nursery will be the healthy, nurturing environment that
you desire.
Sheila Baskerville is a CPA and mother of 3 children. For more information on natural, organic baby products and eco-friendly parenting tips, visit Natural-Organic-Baby.com. Get helpful tips delivered straight to you. To sign up for your free monthly newsletter, visit The Go Natural & Organic Baby! E-zine.
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