Nursery Room sets

Nursery Room Sets available from 4little1s.com

There are two main types of nursery room sets that are available at 4little1s.com. They are from Izziwotnot and Lollipop Lane (they also have matching baby bedding from each brand as well)

Nursery Furniture Room Sets

I bet you didn't know that nursery furniture could be so co ordinated and look so cool did you ? Well at 4little1s.com the nursery room sets available provide all the various nursery furniture pieces you will need. We have cot beds, wardrobes, changing units and shelves (sometimes called peg shelves).

Cool and contemporary, pink and sweet, blue and co ordinated, whatever the nursery theme you are looking to make for your little one, its all here at 4little1s.com

Lollipop Lane Claydon Nursery Furniture is a super range and make the nursery light and airy

Or fancy something a little different and a bright colour, try the Blue Skyline bedroom furniture which is a regal blue with a brilliant high gloss finish to it.

The Izziwotnot Silhouette range of nursery furniture will for sure provide for sophistication to your little ones nursery. Brilliant dark wood and smart panels will have your baby’s room looking very elegant.

If you are looking to make a calm environment for your little ones nursery, you cannot go wrong with the Izziwotnot Tranquillity nursery furniture range.

Clean fresh white finish, the Izziwotnot Tranquillity nursery furniture is good for little boys and little girls.

Nursery Furniture Coordinated Sets

Remember some of our ranges even have FREE DELIVERY and some even have FREE ASSEMBLY - but not for long as our accountant is not happy and wants us to take this off !

Please feel free to email us 24x7 and we will try to come back ASAP 

Lollipop Lane Claydon Lollipop Lane Fish and Chips Rosie Posy Izziwotnot baby bedding Nursery Furniture and much much more at 4little1s.com

Amazing Jellyfish

Recent photo of a Jellyfish washed up in Cornwall, UK.

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Baby Nursery Furniture

If your new baby is coming shortly, it ususally means its now time to get the nursery ready ready for their royal arrival! Nursery furniture is more like an investment for you and of course baby which will last for at least a few years.Some nursery cots convert into beds (Cotbeds) and last for longer. So you are going to want to really research and buy nursery furniture that will be good quallity, safe, long lasting, and the set that suits both of you.

The nursery will be the room where the baby and you will be spending a majority of your time. It is where the baby will first be experiencing the world they has been born into. The nursery room or baby room has to a place designed in a practical and pleasing manner.

When you start looking for baby furniture to buy, you will find that you will come across a large variety of choices and a wide range of designs! The essential factors that you need to take into consideration are your budget, the style you want, the comfort of the furniture and most importantly the safety. Here are the essential pieces of baby furniture that you will need.

Every parent first needs to buy a good baby crib. Baby Crib come in a variety of styles that you can choose from like a canopy, a convertible crib, a sleigh, and countless other kinds to choose from. Baby cribs also come in various colors to fit the theme of the room. You are going to want to get a mattress that secures comfort for the baby. Baby mattresses typically come in two types, the first being a foam pad and the second kind of mattress is one with an innerspring coil. Accessories that you will need with the mattress include bedding, crib sheets, crib wedges and waterproof mattress pads.

Then next thing that you are going to need are changing tables. Not only should the changing table be well padded but must have guardrails and safety straps for the baby. It normally comes with dresser drawers, open shelves or a combination of both. Accessories on a changing table include changing pads, organizers and wipe warmers. Rocking chairs are great for both the parent and the child. A rocking chair for the mother is a welcome gift as it will enable her to spend lots of quality time with her baby in the nursery comfortably. The rocking chair for the baby can be added to the nursery as the child starts to grow.

Baby dressers are also worth looking at. All baby nurseries needs a baby dresser or chest of drawers for the new born. It can be coordinated with the colors and themes of the nursery as well. You will need a portable travel crib. This is very useful for overnight trips or weekend getaways. A high chair is essential to have. This is needed as soon as the baby learns to sit. There are several types of high chairs including adjustable, conventional, booster and wooden. The most important part of a high chair is the safety index which should include an adjustable tray, locking mechanism, restraint and rolling castors which can be locked easily. If it has a fully reclining feature, it can be used for feeding as soon as the baby is born.

A car seat is a must, as the baby has to be restrained while in the car. These come in several styles such infant care seat, convertible and booster. You will need a stroller. A stroller is necessary as it facilitates the mother to go about her tasks of shopping, walking, etc with the baby comfortably seated in the stroller. They come in a standard variety, single and double, or even one that combines as a car seat. Most strollers have a canopy, front bar, harness, recliner and a storage space. Lastly you will need a baby monitor. A monitor can give the parents added reassurance that their baby is safe. There are several types: audio, audio/movement and audio/video monitors.

There are many ways to shop and find low priced pieces to use to decorate a room. Wholesale nursery furniture will often be much cheaper than purchasing from a retail store. These items can often be purchased from wholesale stores and warehouses. Finding great deals can also be accomplished by visiting yard sales or garage sales held by families. There are usually many opportunities to buy pieces that have not been used much by the family. The Internet is another good source for finding gently-used or discounted items. Search engines will be useful in locating stores that offer great prices on baby furniture and other pieces. Decorating for a baby's room can be expensive, making lower prices very appealing for the consumer. Considering that most children spend only a few weeks in bassinets and generally no more than 2 years in a crib, it is very wise to invest as little as possible in this type of expense.

For those who prefer new over used items, finding wholesale pricing is one of the best ways to find quality pieces at a reduced price. Wholesale baby furniture may be available from a wholesale outlet store. This type of store can be found throughout the country, most often in larger cities. Using the yellow pages can lead an individual to find a store that will offer quality cheap baby furniture that is new. There are numerous malls, stores, and warehouses throughout North Carolina where items can be purchased at wholesale prices. This can be a great way for consumers to find wholesale baby furniture for a child's room.

A garage sale, or rummage sale may be another fantastic place to find great values. Used pieces are a less expensive alternative tobuy nursery furniture if you are willing to look at pieces that have already been used. These types of sales can especially be found in the late spring, summer, and early fall months. Often sales will be held on the weekends for individuals to stop at the family's home to purchase products. Finding a sale will be easy if one knows where to look. Local newspapers, radio announcements, and signs will be utilized to advertise and promote these sales where cheap baby furniture prices can be found.

The Internet can provide some help for consumers looking for the best deals available. Using a popular search engine like Google, individuals can locate many websites that will be helpful in the search for cheap baby furniture. A simple Internet search will yield a variety of specialty clearance sites and discount providers. Our site is located at http://www.4little1s.com

Auction sites may also be helpful in the search. Using an auction site can be much like a yard or garage sale. Often the pieces that are available through an online auction are gently used and still in good condition. Some pieces on an auction site may also be brand new. Many stores or retailers offer furnishings and other items for sale at relatively low prices for consumers. Taking advantage of Internet and technology can be very helpful. The only disadvantage is that large items are very expensive to ship, so one must be sure that the cost to transport the item does not negate the discount.

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Nursery Furniture and Nursery Bedding

BABY MARKETING PLAN

OK, spending the morning thinking through our marketing plan and the various methods we are using to get customers in. We use a wide range of paid and non paid approaches, wish I could do all all of them myself but don't have enough hours in the day...there are only 24.

Will work on a PR article for nursery furniture today and look to get it issued over the next few days.

Nursery Furniture

NURSERY FUNRNITURE

OK so baby is coming and its for sure. You suddenly realise that you need to kit out a room for baby to be in. Come and visit 4little1s.com and check out our range of nursery furniture for your little one.

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Nursery Furniture and Nursery Bedding

NURSERY FURNITURE - Bailey sleigh - Claydon - Lakeside - Kingsley - Humphrey's Corner - Hemingway II - Vanilla - Bayside - Izziwonot & Lollipop Lane - 4little1s.com has it all at http://www.4little1s.com/

NURSERY BEDDING - Cherry Blossom - Baby Pilot - ABC safari - Hide Away Bay - Humphrey's Little Red Car - White Gift - Humphrey's Corner - Lottie Fairy Princess - Izziwotnot is all at 4little1s.com

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Nursery bedding sets uk from Izziwotnot

Our ranges of nursery bedding are extremely popular. They offer a large number of matching items to create a fantastic look for any nursery.

We have recently added the Humphreys Corner bedding sets to our store; Humphreys Bedtime offers a beautiful neutral look for the nursery - appropriate for little boys and girls alike;

Humphreys Lottie Fairy Princess offers a beautiful pink range perfect for little girls and

Humphreys Little Red Car offers a great fun range for little boys. Our full range is listed below, all designed by IZZIWOTNOT:

ABC Safari nursery bedding sets - taking you to the plains of Africa, where the sun is always shining. Lending a dose of animal magnetism to the nursery, loveable characters, paint box fresh colours and fun embroideries complement sunny yellow cotton grounds and bright coral trims, reflecting warmth and energy all year round.

Hide Away Bay nursery bedding sets - an eye catching patchwork design featuring a beach hut theme in a fresh palette of red, white and blue in a mixture of checks, stripes and chambrays.

Martha Mouse nursery bedding sets - features pretty embroidery, fun polka dots and sewing motif prints. The design is perfect for those who want a truely dainty colour palette, with a little twist.

Humphreys Lottie Fairy Princess nursery bedding sets - the magical world of Lottie Fairy Princess (part of our Humphrey's corner range) features luxurious fabrics, pretty prints, beautiful appliques and lovely embroideries. Lottie grants her favourite toys special wishes and sprinkles fairy dust all around.

Humphreys Bedtime nursery bedding sets - combines luxurious cotton fabrics and rich textures with beautiful appliques and embroideries in a neutral palette for a tasteful look. Telling a story, the detailed illustrations show Humphrey and his friends as they get ready for bed.

Humphreys Little Red Car nursery bedding sets - features the much loved Humphrey and Mop enjoying a trip to the bottom of the garden in Humphrey's little red car! Luxurious cotton fabrics and rich textures combine with beautiful appliques and lovely embroideries to create a fresh bright look.

Baby Pilot nursery bedding sets - a fun aviation theme with a contemporary colour palette of blue hues, natural shades and red accents. With soft cotton fabrics, beautiful embroidery and applique trims, Baby Pilot takes to the air in his fabulous flying machine, while your little one floats off to sleep in comfort!

Cherry Blossom nursery bedding sets - brings summer fresh colours to the nursery. Dazzling flowers in shades of candy, strawberry, buttercup, jade and peach are tempered with pure white for a contemporary feel.

See them all at 4little1s.com - see us on You tube as FOURLITTLEONES and check out the Deglingos video for fun !

Baby Born on 5th Ave

Read this in the paper and couldnt beleive it !

A pregnant woman successfully gave birth to a baby girl on Fifth Avenue across from Central Park Friday as cheering well-wishers applauded the doctors who delivered the child.
Mount Sinai nursing manager Lucille Nassery said she heard the mom-to-be screaming from inside her office - and instantly recognized it as the sound of a pregnant woman.
"I heard a woman screaming and I said, 'That's the sound of someone having a baby,' said Nassery. "That sound is different than someone screaming in horror."
Elizabeth Brew, who was 33-weeks pregnant, and her husband were less than a block away from the hospital in their SUV when the baby's head began to crown, Nassery said.
Nassery, physicians and hospital staff rushed equipment to the middle of Fifth Avenue, where a crowd had formed to watch Dr. Anya Kogan deliver the 4-pound, 13-ounce baby.
The baby girl was delivered in time for staff to rush the 39-year-old Brew to a second-floor delivery room less than a block away - where she then gave birth to a 5-pound, 5-ounce twin boy.

"I'm sure for the mother it was kind of a tense experience but for us it was actually a lot of fun," added Nassery.
Brew, who has two kids home in Scarsdale, was recovering at the hospital. The two babies were expected to remain for a few weeks because they were born premature.

Natural SEO

We have made a breakthrough the last few days and managed to get a few of our keywords on page one of google and Yahoo.....In the case of Yahoo position one....yipeee

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Inspirational Business Quotes ?

Inspirational Quotes ?

A regional CEO of Apple answered ‘ We will innovate our way through these difficult times’ to the question, What are Apple going to do in response to the market turmoil and economic crisis? He goes on to say the company will come out of this crisis in better shape than they went into it.

‘Innovate through a mess’ remain confident in staff, your systems and products, adapt and change as needed. Change your model and think differently

Identify new products and services, which stimulate demand

Don’t’ freeze, do something, as this is better than nothing. At least doing something you discover if its it the right thing or not. Sitting back and watching doesn’t get you anywhere in terms of clarity…… action creates clarity

Act in spite of uncertainty and be proactive

Zig when your competition is zagging

Notice what just isn’t working and change it

Nothing is truly ‘mutually exclusive’

Customers are becoming more demanding daily and your business needs to be able to deliver that

Business is not business – business is personal. People like to do business with people they know or have had contact

5-year plans are way to far in advance, 3 in hard enough.

Business is getting quicker and you need to adapt. Not that long ago it took 5-7 years from conception to delivery for the car industry, that’s now down to around two years today for USA! Before email, a Senior Executive might dictate a letter to his PA one day, it would be typed up the next day, sent out and probably received a few days later…that’s a week ! Now the Executive would send it out himself via email and probably expect an answer within the hour! He might even do it at night, at home on his Blackberry.

Speed to market is everything – Sony missed out on the original PS3 date and it cost millions against the Microsoft Xbox 360. Microsoft shipped 10 million units before they blinked !

Disrupt a market or sector – Virgin aim to do this in every sector they go into. Do you SELL or do your customers BUY ?

Good or bad experience – If you have a happy customer they might tell two or three people about you. If you have an unhappy customer, they might tell ten or eleven people – which is worse ?

Don’t let risk paralyse you from taking action, take calculated risks and cover the downside, but don’t not take action. Paralysis from analysis


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Baby Gifts

The big day is here!

After nine months of waiting...Your long sleepless nights are over. Say goodbye to morning sickness and terrible headaches. The day you've been waiting for is here! Welcome to the world baby!They say giving birth is a very painful experience but this is also the happiest day for every mother on earth. A healthy baby is worth the pain and the wait. Nothing can ever replace the joy of seeing that little angel in your arms.

A baby is a special gift from God. They’re like little angels sent from above to bring joy to mankind. Look at those little fingers, little toes…it’s really amazing how their presence light up our lives.A baby is a delicate creature and thus they need special care and attention. It’s easy for us now to find the perfect gift for our baby, one perfect example is through the net. Finding the perfect baby gift is just a click away nowadays.There are a variety of baby gifts you can choose from the net. From simple blankets, baby toys, baby clothes to unique baby gifts such as personalized bracelets and many others.

For newborn babies a receiving blanket is the perfect baby gift. It should be made of fine materials such as cotton and fleece. Babies are used to warm environment in their mother womb, so they will really love to have that warm and comforting feeling when they come out of this world.Another fine baby gift for your newborn is a comfortable baby crib. As newborns we all know that all they want to do is sleep…sleep…sleep. Mothers would surely want to see their little angel safe and sound in its crib. It is very important to first look into the safety features when buying these sleeping things.Wouldn’t it be nice to see your little angel wrapped in such comfortable clothes? Another lovely baby gift for your baby is cute but comfortable clothing. It should be made of fine material to suit your baby’s delicate skin. It is best also that it has features for easy dressing up since your precious one is very fragile at the moment.To keep your baby’s head warm, an adorable hat would be a nice baby gift.

We all know that babies have little hair so they don’t have enough protection on their head. Whether you are in door or outdoor these cute hats would surely keep their little heads warm and safe from harm.Little foot…little toes…these sure need protection too. Baby booties are another example of baby must-haves. Baby booties should be comfortable as to keep your baby’s feet warm. It is also important that they could move their feet freely.Mittens! To protect your little angel’s hand, a nice and comfy mitten would be nice. Sometimes we think these are things we really don’t need but come to think of it…these mittens for example would prevent your baby from accidentally scratching her face which is as delicate as any part of her body.Your precious one deserves only the best. Give them the loving they truly deserve!

Why Baby Routines?

I believe my baby routines are very important in helping parents to interpret their baby's cries. They teach parents to understand the difference between their baby's various cries. When following a baby routine, you will start to recognise your baby's hungry, tired or bored cries. When your baby starts to cry, you will be able to look at the baby routine and see what is due next. If your baby is due a feed, you will start to recognise that cry as a hungry cry. If your baby is due to have a sleep, you will learn that cry as a tired cry.At first the idea of a baby routine can be quite scary.

You will think if you have to spend the day clock watching, how will you relax or get on with everyday jobs. What happens if you have an older child, with a school run to do each day? Don't worry, it is possible. Not everyone's baby or life is the same, so sometimes baby routines need careful adjusting to suit your circumstances.

If you find this to be your case, then try to follow my basic rules and adjust the routines to suit your circumstances better.

The feedback I get from parents following my baby routines is that it makes their lives easier. Through following my baby routines you are able to plan things such as doctor's appointments more easily, because you know what your baby will be doing at each stage of the day. If you have older children, they will also gain advantages from your younger baby having a routine, as you will be able to plan activities with your older children, as all the guesswork of what your baby may be doing at what time, is taken out of your day. The best part of these routines is knowing you will have time for yourself and your partner in the evening.

The general feeling I get from parents who are not following a daily baby routine, is that this is often their hardest part of the day.My routines also help babies to feel safe and secure.

Your baby will know that his needs are being met and he has no need to cry. As a result you will end up with a very happy contented baby.

Baby gift parties

Baby Showers

With babies come baby showers.

These are great parties that celebrate life and the birth of a new child into the world, family and community. In some cultures these parties go on for days. The party can be pre-birth or post birth, boy oriented, girl oriented or even unisex oriented. They can be small social gatherings among family and friends or they can be large community celebrations with entire towns joining in the celebration. They can be blow out bashes with celebrity entertainment and expensive baby show gifts or low-key intimate settings. It’s obvious to see that every culture celebrates the birth of a child in many different manners but one thing remains the same across all cultures. That celebration is one of joy, excitement and rejoicing!Planning a baby shower can be a daunting experience as well as a rewarding one. If you are the one in charge of this task and you plan to plan the party on your own there are a few things to keep in mind.

First, you want to gauge the size of the party. Usually contacting the parents of the expected mother or even the best friend (if you are not that person already) to obtain a guest list. Not much can be worse then if you forget to invite that one special person. When this happens it can be a downer for the whole party.

Once you have the guest list completed it makes planning much easier. It allows you to determine how many party favors, place settings, food and drink you will need to keep things lively or the full party. Just guessing on the amount of people you plan to attend the party is a recipe for failure. Failure is not an option! After all, you have an expected mother to make happy!Once the basics of the party are planned you need to make sure the mother to be is taken care off. One of the big pluses for the expecting family is the fact that they will receive shower gifts to help sustain them for the first few months of the baby’s life.

It’s expensive to raise an infant so this is a great opportunity for that family to get a little help from their friends. If the mother to be has announced the sex of the child it makes it a little easier to plan for gifts. If they have not, you will need to stress to the guest that unisex items will be best. This will help to ensure all gifts given will be affective and useful to the parents. Try to get the mother to register at an online store and a retail location. A gift registry makes life very simple for a party planner and also helps those attending the party ensure they get a gift that is useful to the guest of honor.

All you need to do with the baby shower gifts is make sure everyone knows what sex they should be buying for and where they should buy (if the family is registered somewhere.) It’s then out of your hands and fate will be your guide!Once you have that taken care of you need to figure out your entertainment. There are many online guides for Baby shower games that are fun for everyone.

In many cases these games are free or can be put together with general household items. Most people like games because it helps the time pass and it keeps everyone excited about the party. It’s also a good transition between food and diving into those baby shower gifts. Depending on your level of party professional entertainment might be sought out to ensure party goers and the mother to be are fully entertained. This can be expensive but if this is an option for you, it’s likely that you are aware of this.The key to a successfully party isn’t always how much you spend.

It’s the celebration of life that makes it special. It’s easy to hit a home run at a party like this. Simply make sure you celebrate baby and mother above all else and make sure the focus remains on the celebration of life!

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Nursery Furniture

New ranges getting added today

Check out some of the new ranges of Lollipop Lane and Izziwotnot Nursery furniture getting added to today at 4little1s.com. Great value for your babies nursery

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Baby old wives tales

4little1s.com the online nursery furniture, baby bedding and baby gifts website performed some research to find out about the various Old Wives Tales that people pass on when they are pregnant to try and find out the sex of the baby.

Speed of the Heartbeat

A tale from the past advises that dependant on the speed of babies heart rate tells you the sex of the baby. If is sounds like a train its a boy and if it sounds like horses its a girl.

In Front of you Or All Around?

Apparently this tale says you can tell the gender of your child based upon where the bump is and how you are “carrying” the baby. If you put on weight and grow all over, your child is apparently a girl. If your weight gain and fill is in front, it’s a boy. Interestingly this was not the case for me….and have heard people say it’s the other way round!

Feeling sick in the morning ?

According to this myth apparently if you have ‘severe’ morning sickness you are carrying a girl. A number of mums advised that when they had extreme morning sickness it did indeed in most cases seem to be a girl.

Most accurate for boy or girl

The most accurate method of all was one lady advised here method of telling if the baby was a boy or a girl was almost 100% accurate…I asked for more information. It turned out she was a midwife and the ‘tool’ she used was called Ultrasound….ha ha very funny !

Lots of hair
This tale advises if you have heartburn your baby will have lots of newborn hair. This was certainly true for me.

Wedding Ring and hair
One tale advises if you suspend your wedding ring over the bump via a piece of your hair, dependent on the direction it spun indicated the sex of the baby. Other variations of this being a chain with a pendant

Summary
In summary, the myths seem to provide a wide range of ideas but in reality I think it’s a fifty fifty chance of getting it right. Even so, it’s a bit of fun while waiting for the date.

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Nursery Furniture

Baby Furniture Buying Guide from 4little1s.com

If you or someone you know has recently welcomed home a newborn baby: Congratulations! Pregnancy and parenthood are amazing, indescribable joys. It's also a huge responsibility. You will soon be spending most of your waking life making sure your son or daughter is comfortable, happy and, above all, safe.

If this is your first infant, the responsibility can be daunting enough, let alone the task of navigating a whole new world of nursery bedroom furniture. Never fear! This nursery baby furniture buying guide is here to help you figure out how to buy baby furniture for the nursery that will best serve your needs and the needs of your child.

What you need to know

Most every resource on baby furniture begins and ends with the topic of safety, and for good reason. Safety should be your number one consideration when you're shopping for each article of furniture. Luckily, with consumer advocate groups and trade organizations like the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA), you can check products' compliance with an array of rigorous safety standards at a glance. After that, allow yourself some peace of mind! Once you know a product is certified, it can be much more relaxing, easy and fun to choose your nursery furniture.

Bassinets, cradles and Moses baskets
Before purchasing a baby crib, many new parents prefer that their newborn infant sleep in a bassinet or cradle or a Moses basket. Not only are they more lightweight and portable, making it easy to keep your sleeping baby nearby, but many parents also find a cozy, compact bassinet to be a comfort for their baby.

When you're choosing a bassinet or Moses crib, consider how frequently you'll be moving from room to room. Detachable, wheeled bassinets make great two-in-one stroller-sleeper combinations, while no-fuss wicker and rattan Moses baskets are easy to pick up and move. Also, consider how long your bassinet will be useful. While many parents treasure them long after they're outgrown, as soon as your child is able to roll over on her own (usually around 4 months), a lightweight bassinet or Moses bed can tip over, which means it's time to move up to a standard crib.

Cribs
Newborns spend a great deal of time sleeping. It's not uncommon for them to be asleep eighteen hours a day. But don't expect that to mean you'll have many full nights' sleep. According to the National Sleep Foundation, natural, predictable sleep patterns begin to emerge after the first few months and continue to develop as a baby ages. Most likely, you will become well-acquainted with the act of cradling your baby to and from his crib. Because you'll be putting him down at all hours of the day or night, it's important to look at cribs that make it all the more easy and safe.

Convertible cribs
Convertible cribs are so named because of their ability to transform from baby cribs to toddler beds, and sometimes, to full-size adult beds. Thanks to good planning, they have become extremely popular over the years. They're designed for convenience and stability, and convertible cribs let your baby keep a familiar piece of nursery furniture for years. You may be glad you invested in an expandable, adaptable piece of furniture when it comes time to shop for twin-size bedsteads and children's furniture a few years down the road.

Drop-side cribs
Many drop-side cribs are also convertible, so most likely you will be able to enjoy the conveniences of a convertible crib. One or two sides of the crib can be lowered, making it much easier to lay baby down without waking him up. Different methods of dropping the crib sides are available, so check to see if the crib you prefer has a method that would be easy for you. If you are right- or left-handed or how you hold your baby could make the difference in buying a crib with a one-hand, two-hand, knee or foot-engaged drop side.

Industrial cribs
Not just for day care professionals, industrial cribs make great auxiliary cribs for grandma's house or go-to beds for when you are traveling. They tend to be easier to move, sporting swivel casters and collapsible designs. Window cribs allow an unobstructed view of your baby through clear acrylic panels, and folding metal cribs are lightweight, compact and perfect for when your baby needs to sleep away from home.

Baby mattresses
Baby mattresses (whether they are bassinet mattresses, Moses basket mattresses or crib mattresses) should fit snugly in the bedframe and allow no more than two fingers (one inch) of clearance on any side between the cushion and the crib. Any small space can be a safety hazard, so your most essential mattress specifications are the dimensions. Also take into consideration your baby bed's mattress depth and spring tension. Links have been made between SIDS and soft baby mattresses, so to be safe, make sure your baby sleeps on his back on a firm mattress designed specifically for infants.
Baby dressers

The right baby dressers are as functional as they are good-looking. You might be surprised at how quickly these chests of drawers fill up. With diapers and other toiletries stored alongside baby's new articles of clothing, chest space and bedroom space will quickly become a hot commodity.

Baby dressers with built-in changing tables are particularly convenient for parents who want a changing table near a quick change of clothes. If you wish to use a dresser that's not changing table-ready, you can buy a changing pad that secures to the top of the dresser. In either case, baby dressers make wonderful nursery pieces that are useful after your baby is grown.

Baby Changing tables
Most parents will tell you that changing tables turn out to be very handy. Changing tables usually feature shelving to store changing aides, making frequent changings more comfortable and convenient for you and baby alike. Whether you choose a stand-alone changing table, an outfitted sideboard or a furnishing combined with a dresser, here are some things to look for:
Guardrails: Guardrails should be at least two inches high. A good, cedar wood changing table guardrail will also make it easier for you to keep a handle on your baby while sorting through wipes, diapers, clothing and other essentials.

Safety straps: Any modern changing table should come with safety straps standard. While you will probably become an expert in doing things one handed, taking both hands off your baby for any length of time requires you use the safety strap.

Height: Find something with short legs and a sturdy surface that's approximately waist-high. The less time you spend bent over, the happier and more effective parent you'll be. Your baby and your back will thank you.

Storage: Changing, like voting, is best done early and often, so everything you need should be close at hand. Many changing tables come with a few drawers; the more difficult those are for your baby to open, the better. If your changing table has shelves, store all of your changing supplies in baskets, so you can reach in for a fresh diaper or for baby powder without taking your hand of your baby.

Baby hampers

After a few nursery furniture essentials, it can be tempting to skimp on something like a baby hamper. But a baby hamper will reward you in the long run by holding its own against blitzes of dirty baby clothes. Some baby hampers will have a machine-washable bag that detaches from a sturdy frame, to make things convenient. A great baby hamper will last years after your baby outgrows it as an appealing storage solution for toys, extra blankets or anything else you might need to tuck away. Baby Hampers - don't miss them off

Storage and organization
Baby furniture in the nursery is just the beginning. You might be surprised to one day look and find how much you've collected in the ways of diapers, clothes, supplies, toys, books and more. Managing the collection will be a great deal easier with the right storage and organization on your side.

Open baskets are a time-honored, fantastic way to keep your essentials in working order. They keep baby's small, essential items in sight and at an arm's reach. If your nursery is a bit smaller, consider a storage tower that satisfies your hamper and storage needs in one. See the range at 4little1s.com

Some common questions about baby furniture

How can I be sure my crib is safe?
First, check for JPMA certification. Second, beware of used or antique nursery furniture. Crib safety means making sure you have a firm, fitted mattress, sturdy assembly without any missing or broken pieces or hardware, no more than 2 3/8 inches between slats, no corner posts over 1/16 inch high and no cutouts in the headboard or footboard. Anything with JPMA certification won't have hazardous materials, but if you are concerned about finishes or lead paint (especially in anything built prior to 1974), contact your city or county government's lead paint program.

New nursery furniture is expensive. What's wrong with a classic?
The idea of using antique or lightly-used furniture -- especially when money is tight -- can be tempting but risky. While it's a romantic idea to use baby furniture that's a family heirloom, a gift from grandparents to grandchildren or a gift from godparents to godchildren, safety should always be your first, second and last consideration. And if you have to justify new nursery furniture expenses, just remember the deals you're finding on 4little1s.com

What baby furniture will I need outside of the nursery?
One essential is a portable changing pad. Pads with upturned corners do a great job of keeping your baby in place. High chairs are indispensible for when your baby is old enough to eat at the table. Swings can be perfect for putting a smile on fussy babies' faces. Of course, for the ultimate in parent-child relaxation, nothing beats a living room rocker or glider.

Ideas from 4little1s.com

Good night, sleep tight
After deciding on a crib, a baby bedding set under soft lighting can add a beautiful touch that fits your baby's personality. Visit 4little1s.com baby bedding department to find the right linens, crib sheets, baby blankets, bumpers, crib sets and pacifiers to make your baby happy.

Swaddle Pods

If you have never heard of a Swaddle Pod - you are missing out ! Swaddle pods are designed to encourage better sleep in new born babies. The swaddle pod swaddles the baby making them feel safe and secure, whilst lying on their backs. - Swaddle Pods are great for a good nights sleep all round

Baby-proofing your home
4little1s.com has a wide variety of products to make sure nothing in your home -- from dining rooms to living rooms and chaise sofas to fitment bookcases -- poses a threat to your baby. Take a look at our affordable child safety gates, bed rails and baby monitors.

Keeping ahead and going

Taking care of a little baby can be exhausting work. Don't jeopardize your kids' health by jeopardizing your own. Make sure to take care of yourself and your partner by maintaining your health and nutrition, relaxing with aromatherapy and massage or indulging in some fine sweets and chocolates. You deserve it!

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Nursery Furniture

Many mums-to-be want to have a lovely nursery for their baby and this can involve getting it kitted out with various items of furniture.

Try to remember in all the excitement that your baby will soon outgrow it and if you are on a tight budget it’s not the end of the world. You may spend a small fortune on the gorgeous brown bear wall paper, matching bedding and all the matching baby furniture but in a few short years they may be begging for dinosaurs, ballerinas or whatever cartoon character is in fashion.
Some pieces you can buy will prove to be really handy and make your life so much easier.
Changing mat versus the changing station

· You don’t need to spend a fortune on an expensive changing station a changing mat will do the job at a fraction of the price.

· A changing mat is simple to wipe clean.

· They are foam filled so it will be light to move around from room to room and has a raised edge to stop your baby rolling off.

· As you use them on the floor you will not have the same worry of your baby rolling off.
However many mums find a changing station easier and more comfortable.

· They are designed to bring your baby up to waist height so you won’t need to bend over or kneel on the floor. A great aid if you suffer from a bad back as a newborn can have over 10 nappy changes a day!( you may need to check out a few different tables to find the correct height for you).

· Many also have plenty of storage space so you can keep everything you need for changing their nappy in one place.

· You can buy them with wheels, which makes it great for moving around and they are normally fixable for safety.

· They have a harness for safety as you will be changing your baby at waist height.
A nursing chair

A nursing chair is a great piece of furniture to put in your nursery furniture (if you have the space). I can tell you from experience, its better to sit in a nice comfy chair at 3am than the floor ! You could even check out second hand shops for a comfy chair which you can paint, varnish or cover to match your baby’s nursery theme. A rocking chair is a fabulous option for you both to sit, relax, feed and rock them to sleep. You may even get a few extra naps yourself!

Actinic

Actinic case study

4little1s.com the online baby bedding and nursery furniture retailer decided to use Actinic after a recommendation from another company already using the software and a 30 day FREE trial.

Once the idea had been hatched to form 4little1s and our sales channel being the Internet, we looked at a number of software solutions ranging from a system that assumed you were some kind of highly technical software developer, right through to a fully hosted solution that was completely hands off and only needed us to tell the company what we wanted and it was done. Clearly there were considerations of each to take into account, such as the idea of being hands off in terms of the technology was somewhat appealing as it would allow us to concentrate on the business rather than the technology, it was expensive and we didn’t really have control.

The best example of this being to upload products and add special offers etc would involve a cost each time and we envisaged these costs could spiral out of control OR make us reluctant to change content due to cost implications.

At the other end of the scale, we didn’t want to be immersed with the technology and having to virtually be software developers for our website.

Enter Actinic……we evaluated Actinic after being recommended it as a good solution for our business in terms of not needing to be a full blown developer to manage the site and at the same extent we could outsource some of the design and other elements of the website.

The 30 day evaluation from their website was a great introduction to the software and literally within minutes we had a test website with content! The templates that were available were great and had everything from a fun style and look, right through to a more formal corporate style.

One of the benefits (and not like some of the other products we evaluated), if after the 30 days had expired and you wanted to buy the product you could keep the website you had set up and put the hard work into and you simply needed to add the key to make the product live.

While we did have the website designed for us eventually these were kept at a minimum due to the flexibility of the product and allowed us to concentrate on getting the business going.

We have been recently in contact with a number of SEO companies that specialise in optimising our website and we have been going from strength to strength.

‘Having been trading for over a year now and making a profit, Actinic has been a major part of the success of 4little1s.com’ said Christianne James, Sales and Marketing Director.

We are currently selling two nursery furniture sets a month which are around £900 each and roughly 30 – 40 bedding sets per month at an average price of £90 per set.

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SEO - I think I get it

Natural SEO..... err I think I get it

After about 12 months of trial and error, reading lots of different types of books (some good / some not so good), listening to fellow web business owners and advise, I think I kind of get it now. What I know now for example if I were to give myself some advise is that 'you don't want to start from here '. Anyway, I am here now but certainly thinking about the platform and tools you use for your website when you first set up can either make you easier and quicker to find.....or not ! Listen to any decent SEO compnay and they can guide you through the thinking and the tools better than I can anyway.

Having got onto page one in Google for a few of our choosen keywords naturally, I just sit back now and wait for the orders to roll in fast than I can cope with right ? Errr wrong, getting onto the first page is only part of the story and thinking about pricing, security, ease of use / navigation and retention of customers is the next phase......

You cannot stay still as adding content, articles, link exchanges, forums and Web 2.0 is an ongoing excercise and suddenly is virtually a fulltime job.

Oh well, no one said running a web business was easy.


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Nursery Furniture II

NURSERY FURNITURE

The arrangement of your baby's nursery is very important and should be able to provide functionality for both parent and baby. Your babies nursery should be able to provide access for you to attend to your baby and should not be dominated by nursery furniture.

Baby furniture also makes excellent gifts for birthdays and weddings. Newly weds would love to receive baby furniture since they will not need to shop for baby furniture anymore.

Some furniture would be essential to your nursery.

Your crib should be your nursery's centerpiece. You should choose a crib that will fit with the rest of your nursery pieces. Cradles are also great nursery furniture. Bassinets are used for children less than 4 months old. Changing tables are crucial pieces to your nursery as well. You could also opt for dresser/changer combinations if you want to save space and money. You will also need gliders to feed and bond with your babies.Your crib will not be complete without nursery bedding.

Nursery bedding should not only be aesthetically pleasing but they should also be able to provide comfort for the baby. Your nursery bedding will set the tone of your nursery which is why you should choose the correct bedding theme. The mattress will be the bedding's most crucial element.

A standard mattress will fit in almost all cribs except round cribs. The mattress should have a foam inner liner and a high coil count. A quality quilt will go well with any crib. For protection, you would want to have crib sheets to shield your mattress from solid and dirt.

Your crib would also want to have a cot bumper and a valance.

Nursery Furniture and Baby bedding tip sheet

NURSERY FURNITURE AND BABY BEDDING
TIP SHEET

Izziwotnot Nursery Furniture and baby bedding tip sheet

Izziwotnot Nursery Furniture Tip sheet

Fitting out nursery furniture with Izziwotnot nursery furnitureOK so the baby is on the way, you have had the scans and yes you now need to starting getting organised. If you have a spare room or already have a room in mind for babies nursery, hopefully the list below will help you gather your thoughts as to what you might need. This isn’t a comprehensive list, but more a list to think about as there is so much you could buy with the list being endless !

All the items detailed below on our Izziwotnot nursery furniture tip sheet can be found at our website http://www.4little1s.com/

Buying a complete set of nursery furniture is quite common, with a typical nursery furniture set including all the major pieces of nursery furniture you may need, Cot, changing unit etc. These are generally more cost effective rather than buying individually as not only being cost effective they ensure you don’t end up mis-matching furniture or looking for a discontinued pieces of furniture a few months or years later .

Izziwotnot nursery furniture

Izziwotnot nursery furniture sets – Look out for good quality and safety tested pieces, a typical package would include cot bed and mattress, wardrobe and changing unit. These range in costs but start from £799.00 with the Izziwotnot Vanilla nursery set available at 4little1s.com

Izziwotnot Baby Moses basket - Used in the early days to let baby sleep, some have stands so they are at your waist level.

Izziwotnot Babies Cot - Where baby sleeps and seen often as the most exciting purchase.

Changing mat & covers - Make the changing mat a fun place for baby to be and more comfortable with a cover. Some can even be placed on top of the cit to make it even easier.

Izziwotnot Baby height charts - Have fun while your baby rows with these height charts, brightly colours and adds fun to any nursery

Izziwotnot Baby Lampshades - Babies love to watch and having a bright and fun lampshade is a great way to brighten up a room

Izziwotnot Baby Mobiles - Mobiles hang from the ceiling keeps your babies attention while lying down. From experience, we have found these great to keep baby distracted during feeding. See our range of bright and fun fairies, trains and shapes. See the full range of baby mobiles on our websiteBaby Monitors - A baby monitor is like a microphone that allows you to hear your baby while they hopefully sleep and you are in another room. Popular fun designs can be in the shape of a flower, others using digital have the designer look.

Izziwotnot Curtains - You should outfit your nursery windows with two types of curtains: sheers that can be pulled across during the day to keep glaring sunlight out of the nursery and heavier drapes that can be pulled shut to keep the room dark during baby's nap time. Carpets and Rugs - Not only should your rugs and carpets ideally be steam cleaned to remove any allergens, pet hair or viruses, you should also make sure that rugs have a skid free backing so that nobody is in danger of slipping while holding the baby.

Izziwotnot chest of Drawers - You will be surprised at just how much you accumulate in terms of baby vest, clothes etc. Having somewhere to put it helps de clutter the Nursery

BABY BEDDING

Izziwotnot Baby cot bumper- Protect babies head from hitting the sides of the cot. These come in a variety of colours and patterns, and can stimulate attention and concentrationIzziwotnot Baby Cot blankets - Snuggles become part of babies association and attachment. Lots of different styles and materials, look for extra soft.

Izziwotnot Cot Duvet and Pillow cases - Makes sleep time fun with these brightly coloured matching sets

Baby Swaddle pod - A small sleeping bag that holds your baby snug and warm, our range is designed by a Neo Natal nurse who obviously has experience in these matters

Izziwotnot Baby Sleep suits - Larger than a Swaddle Pod, gives baby more room and allows increased movement

Izziwotnot Baby Quilt for Cots - A variety of different colours and patterns available to made sleep time more fun. Helps baby with colours and patternsIzziwotnot Baby throws - Like regular throws, they provide the finishing touches to the Nursery to give them the matching lookIzziwotnot Baby Fleece blankets - Keep your baby warm day and night with these lovely fleece blankets for your little ones. When you are not around, this is what baby embraces

Finally - Baby Toys - What baby nursery can be complete without a full range of toys to stimulate their brain. Brightly coloured and fun to play with we have a full range of toys. We stock a wide range of soft toys as well as some qwirky ones like Deglingos, as well as a full range of wooden toys4little1s.com provides a full range of Izziwotnot nursery furniture ready to be delivered to you in time for baby....

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