Although a newborn’s vision is limited, cheerful colors and decorations will provide a stimulating environment.
- Light, cheerful colors are the most suitable for your baby’s room. Yellow, blue, and grassy green – the colors of nature – will be soothing to your baby, and vivid splashes of primary colors will enliven the room
- A newborn baby has a very limited range of vision – only 8-10 inches (20-25 centimeters) so hang mobiles above the crib and the changing area. Their colors and movement will make your baby alert to his surroundings
- Put an unbreakable mirror on the side of the crib so your baby can see his face; the human face is rivetingly interesting to very young babies
- Choose fabrics and wallcoverings that are washable
- A folding screen may be useful to shelter the crib from bright sunshine or from cold drafts
- Carpet is warm and will absorb noise; a good alternative is a vinyl floor covering with a couple of nonskid rugs
