Decor ideas for a baby room with a convertible crib

Categories: Baby's Room

Have you decided to opt for a nursery with a convertible crib? That's an excellent choice that will allow you to evolve your child's room as they grow. If you're lacking inspiration for decoration, here are some tips and tricks that will help you create a beautiful, comfortable, and reassuring cocoon for your baby.

Choosing the convertible crib

The convertible crib is an excellent choice for parents who want to avoid unnecessary expenses and opt for durable furniture that adapts to their child's growth. It's a crib that transforms into a big kid bed when baby is ready. In other words, this piece of furniture can be used from 6 months up to 6 years without having to buy another bed. The convertible baby bed is a great choice if you want to save money while also choosing more eco-responsible furniture (discover why choose a convertible bed for a 2-year-old child).

The format

There are several formats to choose from for your 0-6 years convertible crib. Indeed, some models allow you to transition from bassinet to crib and then to child's bed. Others allow you to go from a crib to a bed without rails. This second option can be relevant if you plan to opt for a co-sleeping bed during your child's first months.

The materials

Regarding materials, there are many possibilities when choosing a convertible crib. There's for example the plexiglass baby bed which was very trendy at one point. Today, people often prefer to opt for a wooden convertible crib. It's a healthy material, durable over time, and you can choose a more eco-responsible option by selecting a convertible crib made of PEFC certified wood.

Also pay attention to the use of materials with low formaldehyde content and solvent-free paints to preserve baby's well-being.

The style

In terms of style, you have access to multiple possibilities when choosing a convertible crib that matches your desires. Whether you prefer wood color, white, colored, with a modern or more vintage look, the possibilities are numerous depending on your preferences.

Our white and oak Octave convertible crib is an excellent choice, for example. It features small shelves at the end of the bed in its crib version. After transformation, it becomes a lovely small child's bed.

A dresser with removable changing top

To continue furnishing your baby's room with a convertible crib, the dresser with removable changing top seems to be an excellent choice. Keeping with the idea of choosing furniture that will evolve as your child grows, this piece will serve as storage and a changing table. Indeed, you just need to install the dedicated changing top on the dresser's surface. This gives you a lovely changing table with storage. You can change your baby there, as well as store their clothes, care products, diapers, etc.

When your baby no longer needs to be changed and therefore doesn't need a changing table in their room, you can remove the changing top. You'll then have a classic dresser that you can use for many years to come. Here too, you're opting for a solution that's both long-lasting and more eco-friendly.

Create a cozy corner

In a baby's room that will become a child's room, creating a small cozy and comfortable corner is always a good idea. For a baby, choosing a spot with a comfortable armchair, soft lighting, and a nice rug will be perfect for gentle moments before bedtime, for example. It can also be the right place for nighttime feedings.

As your child grows, you can repurpose this space by installing, for example, a floor mat and cushions or a small child-sized armchair. This will be the perfect spot for reading, resting, or dreaming.

Colors and patterns

Regarding decoration itself, it is recommended to choose colors and patterns that will stand the test of time. Indeed, if you choose decor featuring a specific character, or too bold a color, your child might want to change everything as they grow older. Therefore, think about favoring neutral colors and patterns, especially for the room's walls. This way, in case of changes, you'll always have the possibility to readapt.

Most often, for a baby's room, it's recommended to opt for light and pastel colors. White, cream, or beige are very good choices, as are pink, blue, yellow, or green as long as they're in soft shades. For patterns, you have numerous possibilities, particularly in textiles and wallpapers.

Adapt the room according to your child's needs

The secret to a child's room with a convertible crib? Drawing inspiration from this principle to evolve the entire room according to your child's needs. Each stage of their growth involves new desires and needs, so change certain elements of their room so they can access them and thus have a room that's always adapted to their age and development.