What, How, Where and When of Purchasing
Nursery Baby Crib Bedding Sets
Baby crib
bedding sets come in all shapes and sizes. When you're expecting, here's what to expect when the subject of nursery crib bedding comes up:
Baby Comforters- a decorative blanket ( note the word decorative - no blankets for sleeping)
Baby Bedding Sheet- you'll need at least three if you have a washer/dryer at home, more if you don't
Baby Bedding Bumper- soft runner that cushions baby when s/he's bumping into the sides of the crib
Baby Bedding Dust Ruffle- purely decorative (not a requirement, in other words)
Coordinating Unique Baby Blankets- lighter-weight blankets which match the set
Baby Bedding Diaper Stacker- a hanging fabric container for storing new diapers
Baby Bedding Decorative pillows- not required, but adds to the ambience of the room
Baby Bedding Window Treatments- not required
Baby Bedding Wall Hangings- also not required
What pieces do you need? What comes in a baby bedding crib set?
Some infant bedding comes a la carte, meaning you pay by the piece. So, what looks affordable initially may cost quite a bit if you choose to purchase all of the products available. A la carte can be useful. If you absolutely love a quilt, you can supplement the other pieces with less expensive sheets, bumper, dust ruffle, etc. Other times, the baby bedding comes in sets. Usually these crib sets come in three, four or six piece sets. So, consider what you're actually getting for your money:
a three-piece baby bedding set - includes a comforter, a crib bumper and a fitted sheet.
a four-piece baby bedding set - includes a comforter, crib bumper, fitted sheet and a dust ruffle.
a six-piece baby bedding set - contains a comforter, crib bumper, fitted sheet, dust ruffle, window valance (you'll need to purchase the other valances separately) and a diaper stacker. There are even sets bigger than these. No matter the size, usually additional pieces are available for purchase separately.
Where should I look?
Start by looking at the pictures in those pregnancy magazines you've been reading since the day you found out you were expecting a baby. The latest styles and trends abound on the pages of Child, American Baby and Parents Magazine. Catalogs are great, too. Then take a look online. You'll be overwhelmed by the number of patterns and styles that can be found on the Internet just by typing in "baby
crib bedding" into your favorite search engine. Once you have an idea of the types of patterns available, take a field trip to the nearest large baby retailer in your area. There's nothing like seeing something in person. The stores will have the sets on display in cribs and on the walls. The smaller baby stores may have unique items, and the salespeople will be able to answer all of your questions.
The big retailers like Babies R Us, Buy Buy Baby and Baby Superstore may even have your crib model set up with the most popular bedding sets just waiting for you to take a look. And a feel. And a cuddle. If you're shopping on a budget, you can find very nice sets at budget retailers, too. For designer baby bedding sets at budget prices
shop for the best baby bedding - crib bedding & even pregnancy pillows for the baby nursery
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Chances are, you already started looking pretty early on in your pregnancy. Face it, the lure of the baby store is very strong when you've got babies on your mind. The good news for those of you who struggle over such decisions is you don't really need to make your choice until the eighth month of your pregnancy. So, as that eight-month mark approaches, it's time for Mom and Dad-to-be to decide...will it be the little yellow ducklings, the paisley gardens or the blue airplanes? Once you've determined your favorite, register you choice (or at least announce it to your loved ones) so that friends and family can shop for your shower or welcome gifts.
How do I choose when there are so many options? First, talk to moms with babies. Moms in the mall, moms on your street, moms at work. Ask them what they purchased and how satisfied they are with their choices. Ask them what they wish they had known when making their purchases. Then, choose what makes the most sense for your family in terms of style, budget and upkeep. Dad should have a say, too.
Though it will be tempting, don't purchase the bedding set you've chosen before talking with family and friends. Instead, sit down with a salesperson and register your choice in the store's gift registry. Give someone, or a group of
some ones, a chance to buy it for you. Chances are Grandma and Grandpa, or baby's excited aunts or mom's girlfriends from work, would love to purchase the set as a gift. It makes people feel good to help make baby's home warm and nurturing - it helps them feel bonded to your baby.
Worst case, if your shower passes by and you are bedding-less, you can always go buy it then with the gift certificates you're sure to get from well wishers.
What if I don't know the gender of my baby?
Well, if you can find a pattern you love that's gender neutral, that's a wonderful option. Not only does it work for this baby, but you can re-use it when s/he has a sibling a few years down the road.
Another option? Choose two crib sets and register both choices with the store. Then, when baby arrives, the store can process the gender-specific order and your baby bedding will arrive shortly thereafter. Don't feel that you're inconveniencing the store; this is a very common practice due to cultural and religious beliefs of many moms who don't want any baby items in their homes before baby arrives. This is how they cope with their shopping. The stores are used to it.
Once the nursery bedding is home, wash it according to the care instructions, and line baby's crib with the carefully chosen linens. Do it together as a couple. Many people feel emotional as they do their final nesting, and you should be together to experience the emotions as a team. It truly is a very special moment when you see your baby's future home all set up and ready to go. Once the crib is ready, you know for sure that your life is about to change.
Consider how warm and cozy your little one has been kept for nine months, then take a look at the baby bedding choices out there. Baby will be looking at the patterns when falling asleep and waking up. The material will rub up against that delicate skin for hours each day.
If you want the best for your baby to sleep on then... shop for the best
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A Quick Guide to Baby Bedding Collections
Are you looking for the perfect baby bedding set that will complete your nursery and become an integral part of your nursery room's decor? By browsing around on the internet, you can get a good idea of what you'd like and the sets that will meet your exact needs. To help you narrow down your baby crib bedding set choices, we've created a list of leading manufacturers along with a brief description of their various styles to act as a guide on your shopping journey.
Alyssa Preston
For deliciously cute sets that take a fresh approach to childhood themes, consider the Alyssa Preston baby crib bedding collection, which not only uses a nice range of colors, but also has economically priced sets - a great value for the growing family.
Banana Fish
For baby crib bedding sets that are priced moderate to high, and have a more contemporary flair and know how to pack a visual punch, browse the Banana Fish baby crib bedding sets collection. You will find something different among this collection with all crib sets employing an original color scheme or design twist which exemplifies the unique sense of style of Banana Fish bedding.
Bedtime Originals
For baby bedding sets that are a great value for the money and that use fun, playful themes with cute characters, such as Snoopy and Woodstock, consider the Bedtime Originals baby crib bedding collection. With this baby bedding line, you will also find wonderful accessories to complement your nursery decor without breaking your budget.
Cocalo From whimsical to contemporary and a little bit of everything in between, consider the Cocalo baby crib bedding collection, which offers some very adorable and classic themes to more embellished Couture sets that will immediately catch your eye. Moderately to higher priced, CoCaLo bedding sets are a superb additional to any nursery.
Cotton tales
The Cotton Tales baby crib bedding collection is diverse and has something for everyone - from childhood themes to contemporary and traditional patterns - everything is here, and at different price points to satisfy a variety of budgets. Don't forget to consider their adorable accessories.
Glenna Jean
For the ultimate in luxurious design and fabrics, consider the Glenna Jean baby crib bedding collection. Her baby crib bedding sets are sumptuous and highly-detailed, and are often accompanied by a multitude of lush accessories that are available separately to complement all Glenna Jean bedding.
Jessica McClintock For a higher end flair that embodies the sweetness of babies, consider the elegant Jessica McClintock baby crib bedding collection. With delicate motifs and understated color palettes, you will find baby crib bedding sets that embody the beauty of childhood.
JoJo Designs If you're seeking a baby bedding collection that has wonderful clean contemporary designs, and also more traditionally-flavored themes with a contemporary-edge, consider JoJo Designs baby bedding sets. With a wide variety of color schemes to choose from, and a selection of themes that range from conservatively elegant to amusingly cute, JoJo Designs are likely to have the baby bedding set you are looking for. You may also appreciate that each set comes with 9 pieces (not 4 or 6 like other baby bedding sets), which means that you can instantly set up a complete look in your nursery once your baby bedding has arrived. For a wonderful look AND convenience, consider JoJo Designs bedding!
Lambs & Ivy For some of the most original concepts in baby crib bedding sets that capitalize on strong decorative quality and use of playful themes, consider the Lambs & Ivy baby crib bedding collection, which is moderately and competitively priced. You will love the quality of these enchanting designs as well as the assortment of accessories.
Sumersault
For a variety of traditional themes that are spectacularly executed with great color using wonderful fabrics, consider the Sumersault baby crib bedding collection. Moderately priced, you will find something for your little boy or girl's nursery that you will find eye-pleasing and a wonderful addition to your nursery decor.
Thank You Baby
For higher end priced baby crib sets that employ brighter color palettes or take a more exploratory road in design in terms of mixing and matching patterns, consider the wonderful Thank You Baby crib bedding collection, which is a must-browse collection for lovers of more mod and funky baby bedding design.
Do you want to browse each collection yourself? Simply go to any baby bedding site and type in the collection name you are interested in within the Search Box, and wa-lah! - you can browse several sets at a time.
We hope you have found this short guide helpful. Enjoy shopping for your new nursery decor!
