Check List

Infant Check List
- Crib/bassinet (If you buy one that converts into a toddler bed you will save you money in the long run)
- Bedding and bumpers
- Mobile
- Changing table
- Storage for diapers, ointments, etc.
- Diaper disposal
- Lamps and lighting
- Rocking chair
- Dresser
- If no closet - an armoire to hang clothes
- Toy chest
- Hardware accessories: drawer pulls, curtain rods, etc.
- Flooring: should be suitable for crawling and playing if the baby is going to stay in the same room. Cushioned vinyl or cork is easy to clean; area rugs should be taped to the floor with non-slip adhesive strips.
- Window treatments: Windows will need curtains or blinds to block out light, but avoid heavy floor-to-ceiling draperies that collect dust and can be pulled down as the child gets older.
- Wall art
- Nightlight
- Decorative light switch covers
- Safety Accessories: outlet covers, etc.

Toddler Check List (Ages 2-6)
- Childs bed
o Theme bed such as a car
o Trundle beds for sleepovers or bunk beds for older kids.
- Bedding, dust ruffles and pillows
- Book shelves
- Small reading chair
- Measuring guide (measure your child's height)
- Creation station (one or more of the following)
o chalk board
o magnet or ribbon bulletin board
o art supply storage & art supplies
o easel
o Table and at least 2 chairs
o rug (to protect floor)
o dress-up trunk (girls)
o puppet theater
o Stereo or Karaoke
o Measuring Stick

Pre-teen Check List (Ages 7-12)
- Display shelves
- Dressing table (optional)
- Full length mirror
- Study desk and chair (for homework and computer)

Teen Check List (Ages 13+)
- Redesign room with teens input - EVEN if they want black walls! At this point they are young adults, so look at magazines books and try and help them identify a style that they feel is unique to them
- Some more "adult" styles include: Victorian or romantic themes, modern or minimal rooms (good luck with this one!) , Country, Asian or Japanese inspired rooms, period design like 50's Art Deco, the flower power of the 60's, or the psychedelic 70's.
- Color can also be used to create a mood and a style - all reds, black and white, all blues, etc.
- You can shop with your child to find a retro sign or piece of furniture and build the room around that piece.
- When in doubt let fashion be your guide - look at what your kids are wearing - bright colors and geometric designs are easy to apply to room design.
- Larger bookcase and study area
- Couch or seating to entertain friends