Welcoming a new baby can be overwhelming! Organizing for baby before their arrival will help you feel prepared.
I had the absolute joy of putting together this nature-themed nursery for some dear friends. They have been champions of my family from the start and I am so thrilled to be able to return the favor. Besides making the space welcoming and fun, I also wanted to ensure it was organized (as if I would do anything less).
Want to get organized for a new little one too? Here are 9 ways to make the transition into parenthood just a little bit easier by organizing for baby:
1. Baby Clothes
When it comes to baby clothing, there is a lot….and it’s small. Drawer organizers help keep those teeny tiny pieces from getting lost in the depths of the dresser. If you can see it you’re more likely to use it! I like these acrylic drawer organizers to keep everything neat and tidy.
2. …more clothes
Babies grow, and fast. Keep a bin handy to toss outgrown items instead of putting them back in the drawer. While you’re at it, have a bin for the next size up too (like these stackable boxes). This will help you transition wardrobes as soon as the little one is ready.
3. Feeding
If bottles are in your future these silicone bands are great for keeping track of what/when to feed and to keep your bottles from falling into the land of the lost at daycare (it happens). These would have been super helpful when my twins were babies and on different formulas!
4. Diaper Station
I’m going to get real right now and say an organized diaper station is a must. When you are dealing with bodily fluid emergencies you don’t want to be searching through the nursery with poo on your hands (yes, poo). Good news, this diaper caddy corrals all of the essentials and has a handy light as an added bonus for late night changes.
5. On the Go Organization
Staying organized on the go can be a challenge. Keep everything contained in some handy wet/dry bags and throw on a label {like I did here} so you can easily spot what you need when you need it.
6. First Aid
I like to keep kids first aid separate from the adults. It eliminates the confusion of who can have what, especially late at night. I used an acrylic medicine box with a custom I Heart Bins label so there is no confusing the contents (and because I can’t help myself).
7. Play Time
Toys can overtake your life (not even an exaggeration). Set up an organization system from the beginning and fine tune it over time as the toys and type of play change. Your house will thank you. Soft-sided totes are great for storing unusually shaped items and make it easy to grab and go.
8. Story Time
Reading is so important for growing minds. Designate a spot that is in reach of little hands and keep it small (too many choices can make for an unnecessarily long bedtime). Rotate books on a regular basis to keep things interesting.
9. Keepsakes
Adults have their papers and so do kids. From medical records to their first crayon scribbles, anything you want to keep should have a designated spot. I love using these file bins for my kids to organize all of those keepsakes. Having a designated size forces you to consider if it’s truly worth keeping or not, because most likely this bin is more for you than your kids 😉
Interested in a memory kit or custom labels? Visit the shop to order your very own. Good luck organizing for baby!
