Under Cot Storage
Make the most of the space UNDER your cot, which is otherwise wasted. You can buy under cot drawers which are great for storing folded blankets, cot sheets and spare linen, as well as towels and thicker clothing that would otherwise take up valuable drawer space.
Space saving furniture
If your room really is tiny (our daughter was in a box room), you may find it hard to find traditional cots and cot beds with the dimensions to fit such a small space. Some companies specifically sell cots, beds and children’s furniture for smaller bedrooms, and these are a great place to start. They tend to have custom dimensions that are slightly narrower or shorter than a standard cot bed – the only downside being that they often need a custom sized mattress too.
Hanging Storage
Make the most of otherwise waisted space such as the back of the bedroom door, or the side of the cot with a hanging storage set – these hanging storage options usually include a number of pockets in which you can pop some nappies, nappy bags, creams, lotions, spare socks and such the like, so they are not only quickly and easily accessible but dont take up valuable draw space either. They have some adorable designs to choose from all of which can be coordinated with your nursery’s theme or colour scheme.
Shelving
When you have limited floor space in a room, don’t forget to make the most of the walls by taking advantage of the height of the room too. Using shelves to store baby books, keepsakes or even to pop on the baby monitor without cluttering up the floor are really helpful. Some shelves can even include storage boxes or integrated hanging pockets for storing folded baby grows or clothes.
Over cot baby changer
If you have limited floor space, bending down huddled over to change your babies nappy, particularly during the middle of the night can be really uncomfortable. Over cot baby changers take up far less space and are also much more ergonomically friendly; meaning your far less likely to cause yourself back or neck pain in the process.
Think about furniture that coverts e.g. cot beds
Don’t just think about the short term – chances are once your baby moves into their own room they may be in there for some time. Think about opting for nursery furniture that converts as your baby grows up – cot beds that convert from a cot to a toddler bed means you are likely to get much more longevity for your money.
Stick to the essentials
Avoid clutter, particularly when you are limited on space. Stick to the absolute essentials you need to keep in your baby’s nursery and leave the rest in another room out of reach.
Fold clothes rather than hang them
When your baby is tiny, there is no real need to invest in a wardrobe which takes up lots of space for minimum reward. Babygrows, vests and onesies can easily be rolled or folded to take up far less space.
Choose the colour scheme wisely
Opt for lighter colours where possible, avoiding darker shades that can make the walls feel closer and smaller. Gender neutral shades such as light greys, off whites and lemons work really well.
Introduce as much light as possible
Try and get as much natural light into the room as possible to make the room feel more light and airy. If you do use blinds, keep them up during the day, ensuring that cords are kept safely stowed away out of reach.