The Nursery - More views

Here are some more pictures of our finished nursery ... after 2 months of work, and before the whirlwind of its new resident!

The crib mobile is called the Wimmer Ferguson Infant Stim Mobile by Manhatten Toy Company (based, interestingly enough, out of Minneapolis, MN).  I ordered it online since it was sold out everywhere (you may have seen it on "Sex and the City," in Mranda's baby Brady's nursery).

Granted, it is neither motorized nor does it play any music, but here's what drew me to it:

• Reflects more than forty years of research on infant vision.
• Provides a wide range of simple and complex graphics that give a baby unlimited opportunities to study the places where light and dark meet.
• Reversible graphic cards and Color-Cards allow parents to vary complexity and color as their infant develops.

The Infant Stim-Mobile contains:

10 black & white reversible cards

1 sturdy, easy to adjust upright

Instructions and Infant Vision Sheet

Height adjustable; raise it up as baby's vision improves.

Color-Cards add a splash of color to the classic Wimmer-Ferguson graphics. These cards will rejuvenate a baby's interest in the Infant Stim-Mobile by providing bold color and interesting variety. 

Developmental Value: Encourages visual activity (scanning, focusing, tracking, orienting) and pre-reaching movement.

The Original, Research-Proven Developmental Toy; International Awards & Recognition: 

• Toy Hall of Fame- Parenting Magazine
• Top 10 Toy List for Infants & Toddlers - ASTRA
• Gold Seal Award - Oppenheim Toy Portfolio
• Mother's Choice Award - Baby Talk Magazine
• 3 stars Highest Rating - Canadian Toy Council
• Bon Juet Award - LeCentre de Jeau et du Juet

... and sooo many more. (2 thumbs up from GeniusBabies.com moms too!)


Even cribs have skirts, too.  I was a little skeptical about the necessity for this, but it actually worked out quite nicely:

Our crib has a drawer underneath -- perfect for extra sheets and blankets, and this crib skirt expertly keeps everything under wraps!

The "Circles" line by Bacati, at Target

The skirt was another purchase during Target's annual Baby Sale (the one time their prices are actually competitive with other major baby retailers!).  Simple enough to go with any room decor, and adds just enough of a modern flair with it's inverted geometric print.

Sometimes a baby boy's room can seem a little "soft" in tone with all the pastel; not the case here with mixing in some bold darks to anchor the place.  The nursery is now a place where my husband feels quite comfortable (and, yes, that may have something to do with the 32" flatscreen he mounted on the wall, too)  Boys will be boys!


Last, but not least, the changing pad:

100% organic cotten terrycloth from Restoration Hardware Baby & Child

The actual pad itself is by Serta from Walmart.com (surprisingly, I had to do a LOT of shopping around for this item since there are so many kinds out there)

(Only $22.88 online)

Minor details:

The 3-sided enclosure helps keep your baby safe and secure. A safety strap with an easy-release buckle provides additional protection.. Designed to fit most baby changing tables, this pad has a vinyl cover that locks out stains and moisture. This infant changing pad is easy to clean and requires little maintenance.

Serta Nightstar - Three Sided Contour Changing Pad

Converts any flat surface into a safe, convenient changing table

Lush contour foam pad comfortably cradles your baby

Safety strap with easy-release buckle gently keeps baby in place

Durable vinyl cover locks out moisture and stains

1 year warranty against manufacturer's defects