If the family already has children or you are planning children in the near future, then the question arises about the children's room: its location and design. Of course, any caring parents strive to arrange the children’s room as comfortably as possible so that it is cozy, convenient, beautiful and practical.
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However, not everyone knows how to do this correctly so that the environment gives the child joy, health, contributes to his proper mental development, ensures restful sleep, and so on. By itself, arranging a room with the help of expensive accessories and branded toys will not solve the problem, since the harmonious arrangement of all things is important.
The main thing is that your child likes the room, brings health, pleases the eye and has a positive effect on his development. Therefore, the task of parents is to ensure positive Feng Shui in the children's room. Ancient science will undoubtedly help us with this.
Feng Shui placement of the nursery
First of all, let's talk about the correct location of the nursery according to Feng Shui. As with all other rooms in the house, according to Feng Shui, the main rule applies - the room should not be anywhere, you need to pay attention to its correct location.
Based on the fact that children's energy implies the energy of growth and development, in Feng Shui the east is considered the most favorable sector for placing a children's room. Element of this sector: Tree. And the Tree itself is a symbol of life.
children's room shape
According to Feng Shui, the location of the nursery next to the parent’s bedroom would not be bad. Thus, you will additionally “protect” him. But planning a child’s room near the bathroom or kitchen is not recommended in Feng Shui.
Also, according to the general principles of the location of a children's room, the most favorable location is considered to be near the front door or somewhere in the middle of the house, but not in its far reaches. Otherwise, the child may take on the role of the head of the house and will demand obedience. Do you need it? The farthest location of the room in the back of the house is the location of the adult head of the family, according to ancient Chinese teaching. So take this issue seriously.
To help mom: where is the best place to put a crib for a newborn and how to make it correctly?
The birth of a child is the happiest event in the life of every person. It is important to prepare for this moment not only emotionally, but also to deal with minor everyday issues. Of course, one of the most important is: where and how to place a crib for a newborn.
You need to provide a free approach to the crib so that parents do not have to squeeze into it, sandwiched between a wall, radiator or cabinet. Without a doubt, it is more convenient to approach the child from the side rather than from the end of the crib.
The right size and shape of the room
According to Feng Shui, a children's room, like other rooms in the house, is subject to general rules for determining shape and size. And they say that the preferred shape of the room should be regular (square or rectangular), but not triangular or with various protrusions or voids. There should be no ceiling beams or roof slopes. This is depressing and annoying.
In turn, the room should be spacious and bright. So that you can conveniently arrange the furniture and leave room for a play area. But not too huge, so as not to cause a child to feel insecure and lost in space.
Recommendations
If the crib is not made correctly, it will negatively affect the baby's sleep : he often wakes up, becomes lethargic, and is capricious a lot. All this cannot but affect the child’s health. To avoid problems, you should also remember a few rules:
- Bed linen should be made only from natural materials so that the child does not develop allergies or irritation.
- It is not recommended to hang bumpers until three months: they interfere with air circulation inside the crib.
- Inexperienced parents often do not know whether their newborn needs a pillow. Pediatricians answer this question in the negative. Many even recommend forgetting about the pillow until the child is two years old. This is due to the fact that the child’s body is not yet strong, and the pillow can harm the spine.
In Soviet times, the diaper was folded 4 times and placed under the child’s head . Thus, the slightly elevated position did not harm the baby, and also made burping safe.
It is interesting that among some peoples it was customary to place a rag doll in the crib of a newborn, after first sprinkling a few drops of breast milk on it. It was believed that this would drive away bad spirits, and the baby’s sleep would be healthy and calm due to the mother’s smell. One thing is certain - it is very important to place the crib and make it correctly!
Lighting and color
lighting and color of the children's room
As mentioned above, the child's room should be spacious and well lit, but do not overdo it, since in this room the child not only plays, but also sleeps.
The best lighting is sunlight, which perfectly activates Yang energy. But if there is not enough natural light and the children's room is dark, then this can lead to lethargy, fatigue, and bad mood. In this case, it is recommended to use additional lighting sources - all kinds of lamps or lamps.
As for color design, soft, calm tones are preferable for a children's room. Beige, soft pink, light green, cream. However, do not forget that children not only sleep in their room, but also play, so bright colors are allowed here in decorative and interior elements (yellow, red, orange).
A children's bedroom should be made brighter and livelier than an adult's. The balance here shifts towards yang. When choosing a color for a child's room, Feng Shui recommends paying attention to your child's temperament.
If he is too active, then calm tones in the interior of the room may be enough, but if, on the contrary, he is too calm, then perhaps adding bright colors will increase his activity. Here you must be guided by your own intuition, because... Like you, no one knows the character of your child.
Decorating a corner for a newborn
When the place is chosen and the crib is installed, the most pleasant decoration of the place for your loved one remains. When decorating, it is important to follow two principles:
- It must be safe.
- He must develop and entertain the child.
Crib decorations should be safe and educational for the child.
When choosing jewelry, it is worth considering that the young researcher will try to tear off and try everything. Most quality toys for newborns are already designed for this feature.
To keep your baby interested in his crib and not distract his parents too often, he should be occupied with games. First of all, this is a carousel with rattles. There are models that can turn on and off themselves and produce different melodic sounds.
The best option for a newborn is a carousel with toys.
A simple way to decorate is with stylish and bright vinyl wall stickers. They are easy to install and remove, which does not spoil the repair. And the child will be interested in looking at them.
The baby will be delighted with the decorations on the walls.
Advice. There is no point in making drastic changes to the bedroom, re-pasting the wallpaper or painting the walls a different color. Since in a year the new family member will have other interests and toys, and in another year the question will arise about moving him to a separate room.
Distribution of zones in a children's room according to Feng Shui
Take a compass or a Bagua grid (you can take it HERE) and determine the designated areas for sleeping, playing, and studying in the children's room. Zones can be separated from each other by screens, shelving or furniture.
Zones in Feng Shui are determined equally for the entire house and for each individual room, according to the direction of the cardinal points.
Knowledge Zone
Therefore, the knowledge zone in the child’s room will be in the northeast. This is the best place for a desk, but you just need to place it so that the child sitting at it does not look at the wall or window. It is best to sit with your back to the wall, and let the window be on the left. The same rules apply here as in the adult office. To activate this sector, use Feng Shui symbols for study.
Play area
Feng Shui recommends placing the play area near the door. Perfect for educational games and activities.
Sleeping area
The sleeping area, however, should not be near the door or opposite it. The child’s bed (the same rule for adults) should be positioned in accordance with the direction of the gua number. Moreover, it should stand with the head in a favorable direction.
If it is not possible to place a bed in the nursery according to the child’s personal direction, then you can follow the general rules of Feng Shui. For active children - east; for the calm ones - west; for schoolchildren - east or, in extreme cases, south.
If you still cannot decide on the choice of a favorable direction for sleep, just watch in which direction your child falls asleep quickly and calmly, and in which he has difficulty falling asleep, turning around all the time.
Necessary furniture
The convenience and functionality of the room depends on the interior items. In the bedroom you need to find a place for bedding, things of parents and baby. Among the mandatory furniture, designers note popular types.
Beds
For children, models with height adjustment are considered practical. To rock a baby, the design includes pendulum skis. A piece of furniture with removable sides will suit a growing baby. There should be drawers underneath to store accessories.
Furniture in the bedroom Source yellowhome.ru
The parameters of the parents' bed depend on the size of the bedroom. When choosing a model, preference is given to multifunctional types. Drawers under the bed are used for bedding, linen or seasonal clothing. If the room is small, then a transforming sofa or a modular design will do.
Closet
It is better to store personal belongings of parents and children in a spacious compartment. If there is little space in the room, designers recommend tall pencil cases. Narrow furniture up to the ceiling can be placed in empty corners. The functionality of the design is hinged doors and drawers.
Shelving is used to zone the room. On the upper shelves there are spacious trunks, the design of which complements the bedroom interior. On the lower tiers you can put lamps and frames with photographs. On the adult side, boxes with doors are installed.
Nightstand and chest of drawers
Capacious systems are used to store things, diapers and accessories. The choice of furniture depends on the size of the bedroom. A pair of bedside tables will fit in a “Khrushchev” apartment; a tall (up to 1.5 m) narrow chest of drawers will fit in a spacious room. Rollers instead of legs will make it easier to move interior items around the room.
Spacious furniture in the bedroom Source design-homes.ru
Changing table
The design is convenient for changing clothes and massaging the baby. The furniture is placed near the wall next to the cradle. Designers recommend choosing multifunctional models that combine the options of a spacious chest of drawers and boards with raised sides. You can store your baby's supplies inside and use the top surface for daily procedures.
Design with a chest of drawers Source yandex.com
Chairs
To care for your baby, you need seating in the bedroom. The spacious room will accommodate a soft chair, which will make vigil next to the baby comfortable. The shortage of squares in the “Khrushchev” requires the use of transforming models. Next to the crib you can install a folding bench with pillows.
Furniture in the child's area Source rem-stroitelstvo.ru
Choosing the right bed for a children's room
bed in the children's room
Material: The most favorable bed is made of natural wood.
Support: It should have a back, this is a kind of protection and support for the child.
Its size should correspond to the child’s age and should not be tight or too large so as not to make the child feel unprotected.
Drawers: Do not buy a bed with drawers, as unnecessary things disrupt the flow of qi and impair sleep. For the same reason, don't put toys under the bed.
Bunk beds: Double bunk beds are not recommended for children. These two combined beds have a bad effect on each other. A child sleeping at the bottom may develop isolation and lack of self-confidence, since he will be under constant pressure from the one above. And the child sleeping on top loses support.
Advice: Do not buy a bed that is too low, this also has a bad effect on energy circulation.
How to refill it?
After the parents have decided on a place for the newborn’s crib, it is necessary to make it properly. To do this, you need to prepare a mattress, a couple of oilcloths, 2-3 sets of bed linen and two blankets. Instructions:
- It is better to choose a mattress for a newborn of medium hardness and with natural filling. Nowadays, mattresses are most often made double-sided - one side is harder (for newborns), the other is softer (for babies over one year old). It must be selected exactly according to the size of the bed, so there will be no problem of the child’s arms or legs getting into the gap.
- It is recommended to put oilcloth on the mattress. Even if parents put their baby to sleep in a diaper, it can leak.
- A sheet is spread over the oilcloth. In the cold season, it is better to use flannelette; in summer, calico is suitable. The sheet should not bunch up, as the baby’s skin is sensitive and irritation may occur from the fold. Now in stores you can find a large selection of sheets and oilcloths with elastic; it is more convenient to purchase this option.
- If parents decide to put the child to bed without a diaper, they need to put another oilcloth on the sheet (the size can be half the bed, not the whole one).
- A blanket for a newborn should be soft and light. It’s better to have two of them: a woolen one for the winter and a thin flannelette for the summer.
We invite you to watch a video on how to properly make a baby's crib:
The location of the bed in the children's room
According to Feng Shui, it is better not to hang anything above the bed: no shelves, no lamps, no chandelier. Do not place closets and bedside tables with sharp corners next to each other. In a word, make sure that “secret arrows” are not aimed at the sleeping area.
Under no circumstances should you place mirrors opposite the bed in the nursery. A sleeping person should not be reflected.
If your child is afraid to sleep in the dark or simply has trouble falling asleep, install a night light or hang a canopy next to the bed. It will provide peace and “sweet” sleep to the child.
It is unacceptable to position the bed so that the sleeping child lies with his feet towards the door. This is the position of the deceased.
You need to place the bed against the wall so that it does not “float” in space.
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A well-placed bed is the key to excellent well-being. Do not rush to place it near the window or opposite the door.
It will fit into the space if it stands with its head towards the side wall from the entrance.
You can install the bed with the headboard against the wall on which the door is located.
If it is placed opposite the door, it is necessary to create an artificial partition.
A mirror placed opposite the bed, standing diagonally, also looks interesting.
If you adhere to all these rules, then you will have a sound, restful sleep, and the day will pass in a great mood.
Find out more about the assembly process for these types of beds: single, double, loft, dolphin, wooden. We also suggest you read interesting materials about whether it is possible to update this important piece of furniture in your home - strengthen or enlarge the structure, make a headboard yourself, or simply remake the sleeping area to your liking.
Simple and useful tips
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- Keep order and cleanliness in the children's room. Wipe things that are sources of light (lamps, windows) more often. Wash the curtains.
- Do not allow air to stagnate, and with it negative energy. Ventilate the room more often.
- There should be no broken toys or unnecessary unnecessary things; such rubbish must be disposed of.
- Provide enough space for toys and other things: the children's room should have lockable cabinets, bedside tables, drawers, etc. so that the child can put everything there. Get him used to order.
- If there is a computer or TV in the children's bedroom, place it away from the bed, and so that the bed itself is not reflected in the screen.
- Pay attention to what's hanging on your child's walls. This is especially true for teenagers. Depictions of violence, aggression or death are not acceptable. There should be positive drawings or paintings here.
- The use of “wind music” is very favorable.
By listening to these simple Feng Shui recommendations, you can significantly improve the lives of your children. Help them become healthy, comprehensively developed and self-confident people. And children, as we know, are our future.
Rules for choosing a place for a crib.
1. To prevent the baby from overheating, do not place the crib close to heating devices . The air temperature in the room should be 18-22 degrees - only in this case the baby will not be afraid of overheating or hypothermia.
2. There should be no rugs or carpets in the room, as they are dust collectors. It is better to place existing books in cabinets with closing doors so that the same dust does not settle on them, which is considered a favorable environment for the proliferation of microbes such as streptococci, staphylococci and many others.
3. Make sure that no tobacco smoke . If the room is adjacent to the balcony, where dad often smokes, he will have to do it in another place so that the child does not ingest smoke.
4. A room with a balcony is the most ideal place for a crib. Thanks to fresh air, the mother will be able to harden the baby, which will have a positive effect on the child’s body’s resistance to various diseases. In addition, children often sleep peacefully in the fresh air. Parents should ventilate the room where the baby is located daily. If, due to the open balcony, drafts appear in the room, you need to purchase special fabric bumpers for the baby’s crib.
5. Many parents try to isolate their child’s room from noise. However, this is wrong, because as a result, the baby gets used to sleeping in a quiet environment and even a small noise can wake him up. Therefore, for the time being, the mother will have to sit quietly, putting aside all household chores. It is necessary to teach the child to fall asleep to the noise of the street, various sounds, voices, then the child will sleep soundly and nothing will disturb him. And mom will be able to do cooking or cleaning while she has free time. However, under no circumstances should you turn on the TV, computer or stereo system loudly while your baby is sleeping, as they can negatively affect the baby’s nervous system.
