Whether your baby arrives in a few weeks or months, the need to prepare your home to welcome it is strong among to-be parents. Women can even feel the natural urge called ‘Nesting’ to clean and organise their homes. It is a natural instinct during pregnancy, and usually, mothers exhibit nesting behaviour when the arrival of their baby is close.
However, expectant fathers can also feel the urge to prep for the baby’s arrival. If you have a baby on the way, aim to create a neat and tidy environment for the newborn, as it won’t have a fully functioning immune system. Dirty surroundings can cause many health problems in babies, such as respiratory infections, diarrheal diseases,
meningitis etc.
Therefore, deep clean the house yourself or with professional help.
Renters must hire experienced end of lease cleaners in Brisbane for bond cleaning and getting a complete bond refund. However, if you are not ending/starting a tenancy and need to generally prepare your home to welcome a new baby, follow the tips below.
Empty & Clean an Area for Baby
If you have room to set up the nursery for the new baby, make sure to empty and clean it at least three months before the due date. Do the same when the baby shares a room with a sibling. You must have a separate baby area where it can feed, sleep and play without risks of injury or diseases.
Sort room contents and get rid of unwanted, broken or old things to make room for baby furniture, essentials and accessories. Dispose of trash, donate things you don’t want and keep the remaining item in other rooms or a storage unit. After the area for the baby’s nursery is empty, do the following.
Dust the lights, fans and other fixtures
Wipe surfaces, shelves, cabinets, cupboards etc.
Clean windows and doors, including tracks and frames.
Vacuum carpets or sweep/mop hard floors.
Visualise & Set up the Nursery
Babies must have a room to nurse, play and interact with loved ones. Additionally, they need a safe sleeping environment, as newborns are at a higher risk of
Sudden Death Syndrome (SIDS) when they sleep in the same bed with adults or children.
Therefore, you must set up the nursery immediately after emptying and cleaning the area where the baby will stay. Start by visualising the nursery you want with themes, colour schemes etc. Once you have the design and décor sorted, create a list outlining things you will need to set up the room. Here are some essentials to get.
Crib, cradle or bassinet
Wardrobe, clothing containers and shelving units
Glider rocking chair (for parents or caregivers)
Different types of lights
Diaper bin and changing table
Laundry basket with lip
Deep Clean the House
While your baby will spend the majority of its initial time in the nursery, you must deep clean the entire house to make it safe for the baby. Sanitise and disinfect household areas to improve indoor air quality and keep illness-causing germs at bay.
Make a house cleaning checklist to streamline your work and complete tasks within a stipulated time. To deep clean your house, you must:
Remove cobwebs, dust, dirt and grime from ceilings, walls and other neglected areas.
Wash windows and clean blinds.
Dust every light, fan, electronic and fixture top to bottom.
Wash bedding, laundry, hand towels, bath towels, etc.
Wash baby clothes, socks, mittens, innerwear etc.
Clean and disinfect the kitchen sink, countertops, cabinets, garbage disposal, oven, dishwasher etc.
Sanitise and disinfect the toilet, washbasin, bathtub, shower area and bathroom floors.
Wipe mirrors and glass surfaces.
Clean walls and wipe baseboards
Vacuum carpets. Hire professionals if the carpets are heavily soiled.
Deep clean upholstery, curtains, cushion covers, table covers, etc.
Spot-clean, then sweep and mop floors
Vacuum and clean outdoor areas to avoid dust, allergens and other contaminants when you arrive with the baby.
Get Rid of Mould & Pests
Mould and pests indoors are serious issues as they compromise household hygiene and are dangerous for newborns. Also, no one should live in a house with mould or pest infestation, which is why inspect your house for mould if it smells musty or if there are black, green or brown spots on surfaces/fixtures.
Additionally, check for droppings, insect wings, wood dust, scurrying noises, and other signs of pests.
Hire professional cleaners who offer reliable
bond cleaning Brisbane to remedy these issues when ending a lease agreement. Alternatively, avail mould remediation or pest control service to solve these issues before your baby arrives.
Conclusion
Welcoming a new baby is the best feeling for parents. However, your home must have the essentials and a ready nursery to make the experience exciting and not stressful.
Therefore, use the guide above to prepare your home to welcome a new baby. Also, remember to seek professional assistance from experienced bond cleaners in Brisbane when vacating a rental property or
avail a professional house cleaning service when you cannot deep clean your home.
