Creating a Mini Nursery in your Bedroom
Babies typically live in their parents’ room for several months once they come home, so why not create a space where baby can feed, sleep, and bond with you right in your bedroom? Plus, if you don’t have room for a separate nursery in your house, your bedroom corner may be the answer!
Let’s break down what’s in my nighttime feeding cart! The items in this cart will likely change as baby and mom’s needs change, but it’s so nice to have a moveable piece of furniture that you can customize however you want.
Top Shelf: Tissues, nipple cream, Silverettes (put over nipples to help prevent mastitis), pacifiers, snacks for mom, a burp cloth, the Haakaa ladybug milk catcher (to just collect milk that falls), and the Haakaa pump (in case I feel a little full after feedings), and the BEST OF ALL- a little egg nightlight!
Middle Shelf: A Medela hand pump (again if I feel a little full still after feeding or if baby falls asleep after only feeding on one side!), a little basket for extra pump parts, wipes, and diapers.
Bottom Shelf: Extra items like an outfit, burp cloth, swaddle, and blanket.
Nighttime feedings alone in a nursery can feel isolating. When I fed my first at night in the nursery, I felt very alone. This time, I will be in the same room as my partner and can ask for help much easier if I need it. Even though your partner may not be feeding the baby, they can still be a part of the nighttime process with you! You’re in this TOGETHER, so let them play their part!