Preparing a nursery for the arrival of a little one can be a fun and exciting time. For many people, one of the most enjoyable parts of that adventure is to pick a theme for the room. Baby bedding sets provide a wonderful and useful decorative touch to any nursery or children’s room. They come in a vast array of styles, from classic to funky, character prints to geometric patterns, solid colors and checkered prints.

These sets provide an easy way to instantly brighten up a room and add warmth and a welcoming atmosphere. Baby bedding sets often include a comforter, sheet and bumper pad. Some sets also offer more accessories, such as a dust ruffle, wall hangings, decorative pillows, baskets, mobiles, and lamps. The variety of options available at different price ranges allows for affordability at any budget.

The first and foremost issue when purchasing any baby product, baby bedding sets included, is to consider safety issues. Most crib mattress are sold in standard sizes, and it is assumed that baby sheets are all made to fit. This is not necessarily true. There may be a slight variance in the size of the sheet. Once the set is purchased, make sure any sheets fit snugly. If they do not, return the product.

Having tight fitting sheets that neither bunch up nor wrench loose when baby is restless is of the utmost importance. Many individuals pick a favorite bedding set and use that as the focal point of the entire decorating scheme in the nursery. Consider what theme or color scheme best fits the design of the nursery you are planning. Many sets are available with gender specific themes, such as sports or cars for a baby boy’s room, or a garden or fairies theme for a little girl. Still other themes could go either way. For example, even though a cowboy inspired set may at first appear to have masculine influenced colors, with the added touch of a few accessories, it can turn the entire room into a cowgirl haven! The same rule applies with other themes, as well.

A farm, zoo, or animal theme does not necessarily have any gender specifications. Baby bedding sets may be used for several years, as your infant grows into a toddler and then preschooler. Many toddler beds use standard crib size mattresses. Therefore, when purchasing the comforter and corresponding sheets, keep in mind that they might be around for a while! This is when quality becomes an issue. The more expensive sets may indeed last longer and have a longer life than cheaper counterparts. If you do intend to use the set for several years, or to pass it down to other children, it may be more economical to spend the extra amount for the quality of the product. Setting up a nursery can be both fun and frustrating to any new or expecting parent.

However, baby bedding sets offer a versatile and exciting way to decorate the first room for their newest family member. Having bedding sets available means less time spent mixing and matching bedding pieces. It can provide a simple yet beautiful statement for any nursery.