Baby Bedding Trends

When you are pregnant it is not always easy finding the bedding you envision for your baby’s room. Baby bedding is like everything else in the fashion and decoration world…it goes in trends. If you are looking for gender neutral bedding , jungle, animal, owl, or bird bedding you should not have that difficult of a time finding some options. Those seem to be some of the very popular trends at this time and seem to be available from most bedding companies.

As many parents are choosing not to find out the sex of their baby before birth it has increased the need for gender neutral bedding. If you plan on having more than one child going with a gender neutral theme is economically a great idea because it can be used again with your next child.

Animals are the big trend, you can find anything from bedding to your whole baby room decor with ease. Whether it is an animal you find on a farm, in a jungle, in a circus or even around your house such as a dog or bird, you should be able to find something to your liking.

Remember, trends are there to help you but your baby’s room is about you and your baby and making it a happy and comfortable room for your new family to bond.

Safety Tips on How to Avoid Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)

It is still unknown what causes Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), but here are a few safety tips to try and prevent it: always place baby in a safety approved crib with a firm and tight fitting crib mattress. Baby should be laying face up and never place baby on a soft surface or waterbed. Remove all stuffed toys and loose bedding such as pillows and blankets. Be careful not to over dress your baby ( sleep sack recommended). Using a pacifier has been linked to lowering the risk of SIDS.

Transition to a Toddler Bed

Most children are ready to transition to a toddler bed between the ages of 2 and 3 1/2. Today’s cribs can be easily changed by lowering the mattress and removing the front rail. This gives your toddler the ability to get in and out safely.

Children are safe and have a sense of security in their crib, so do not rush this stage.

Remember if this transition is not going well reintroduce the crib till your toddler is ready.

There are risks for the mother, but also to the baby being born to a woman over the age of 40. Most common is premature birth that has its own complications like underdeveloped lungs. Birth defects are more common. The percentage of miscarriages and stillbirths are significantly higher for babies being carried by pregnant women over 40.

Pregnant Medical Problems at 40

A healthy woman over 40 with no medical problems and conceives naturally is likely to have a normal pregnancy. As they age, women are more likely to suffer from preclampsia or gestational diabetes. These risks are even higher in women that conceive by in vetro fertilization. There is a significantly higher rate of C-section births of the women over 40.