Nursery Decor:
Make it Stylish and Safe

"Unwittingly we put loads of toxic chemicals into the nursery decor as we strive to make it look just right." -- actress Laura Dern, in the book, Healthy Child Healthy World.

You have so many choices when it comes to decorating the nursery - the color of the walls, the pattern of the bedding.

However, deciding whether to make the baby room pink, blue or Toile is only one of the factors to consider in your decorating plans.

You also want to consider what materials you will use, because your baby will be doing far more than looking at the walls. She may even be tasting them.

In this section you'll find nursery decor tips to help you make it a haven safe for all of her senses. We'll share how to minimize chemicals with natural baby bedding, as well as how to save money on baby bedding.

You'll also learn what to look for when choosing baby furniture, nursery decor paint, and nursery flooring. Finally, we'll talk about the benefits of choosing certified organic baby bedding, crib sets and organic baby mattresses.

Green Your Nursery at Your Own Pace

Have you already chosen your nursery decor and outfitted your baby room with conventional products? Don't fret if you did not or are unable to take all of the above steps to remove toxins from your baby's room.

Start with what will come in closest contact with your baby, like the baby bedding, and replace the other elements gradually.

Green plants have been found to absorb a significant quantity of toxic chemicals. Try spider plants, devils ivy, nephthytis if you don't already have a favorite type.

The Truth About Organic Baby Bedding
This article explains why organic bedding is the best bedding for your baby.

7 Top Tips for Choosing Natural Baby Bedding
This article provides more tips on how to choose the most natural baby bedding.

Crib Sets: 6 Rules for Safety
Choosing crib sets can be overwhelming. Here you can discover tips for choosing a safe and more natural baby bed

Organic Crib Mattress
An organic crib mattress may be one of the bigger investments in your nursery design. Here are some tips to help you get the best quality mattress.

Cost Saving Tips for Organic Nursery Bedding
You can incorporate organic nursery bedding at your own pace. Here are some tips to get you started...

Choosing Non-Toxic Nursery Furniture
After reading this article you'll know more about choosing chemical-free, sustainable furniture for your baby's nursery.

5 Tips for Choosing the Best Nursery Paint
Discover tips for choosing nursery paint for a green and natural nursery.

7 Tips For Choosing The Greenest Nursery Flooring
Here are some tips to help you choose the most natural flooring for your baby's organic nursery.

3 Baby Bedding Hazards You Should Avoid
Discover how you can avoid the potential safety hazards involved in popular baby bedding accessories.

More Organic Nursery Resources:

• Whether you're turning the old into new or simply into do-it-yourself projects, you may want to check out GreenNest. They carry natural finishes and sealants for wood, non-toxic carpets and paints to help you transform your nursery.
  
  
• Are you looking for nursery decorating ideas? Visit Creative-Baby-Nursery-Rooms.com for pictures of baby rooms, nursery themes, baby nursery design ideas and advice.
  
  
• Design Public carries non-toxic nursery decor for every aspect of the room including furniture, wall coverings, pillows, and bedding.