“We’re having a baby, but our house is a mess!”🤰Newlywed Couple Overwhelmed by Clutter

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

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[@ktelzbth]

Did I miss the book launch video that was on Thursday? I kept checking but didn’t see anything yet

[@SpaceMakerMethod]

@@ktelzbthwe had to reschedule. Did you see the follow up email sent about it?

[@ktelzbth]

@@SpaceMakerMethodoh that makes so much sense now, I did get the email but missed the line about the reschedule. Can’t wait to see it when it’s up ❤

[@memykios7160]

Collin hearing she wanted to start a list and handing her a pen and paper, before she even asked. That's a keeper, Christine. ❤

[@NaturallyGifted77]

Lol

[@LiarFireDesire]

Was thinking the same thing. Great couple.

[@andreaza4986]

He's definitely a team player. I watched many of the videos.

[@amandab.6815]

As a mom of 3, you guys are cracking me up! My biggest piece of advice: less is more. You likely won't use half of that. You will probably put the baby in the same comfy clothes and blankets all the time, and the less you have, the easier it is to keep it contained and organized.

[@labradorite8256]

If you're given a lot, you don't know what you prefer until you use it. I preferred snap onesies over zipper, especially in winter, I could expose as little of the legs as possible. The zipper went all the way down and that had to have been chilly! It's the little things in life 😂

[@hospitalcakewalk]

I dont even have a baby but from raising my sisters kids even i know theyre doing too much.

[@VAULT865]

​@@hospitalcakewalkLOL, girl yur too funny.😂🤣

[@andreaschadeck5596]

Yep, we had one really good baby carrier and a diaper bag. You totally reuse the same outfits over and over because some are annoying to change diapers, some are too hot for the baby, some just aren’t cute enough to bother - some are too cute and fussy. lol. Less is more.

[@Siures]

@@andreaschadeck5596 We did not have a stroller for little ones - so two carriers (we had two flexible wraps when they were small, and one carrier for toddler age) were handy when accidents happened and we had to wash one. Depends on the personal needs, but yes - less is certainly more.

[@emilietaylor4316]

I found it really useful to have a donation bag/box in babies bedroom- bottom or top of closet usually. They grow out of things so quickly so having somewhere to throw things when you realise they don’t fit is very helpful.

[@jocropley]

I did the same thing when the bin was full it was easy to donate

[@isisverissimo8881]

Yes! I now have a donation box in every bedroom in our house and it’s a game changer❤️

[@GoingGreenMom]

Definitely agree! I used old gift bags or reusable grocery bags, they were a good size and easy to hand off to the next kid down in size.

[@pamelafox7677]

You read to your child practically from the beginning. They look at the pictures, turn the pages, you tell the story, that’s how they learn our language!

[@daniellebcraftingcorner]

My only input is I wouldn't take up valuable bedroom space with things you won't need for a year. That's what the basement should be for. Also consider vacuum sealing future age groups of clothes to save more space.

[@NaturallyGifted77]

Yup

[@dianaklien1560]

That keeps out bugs and moisture damage as well.

[@goldfishsnake]

I think they should get honest about if it's worth storing items for multiple years vs. giving them to someone now who has a kid that age and can use them. Sounds like the friends were all too excited to declutter their own homes of kid stuff lol. I'd give away anything you won't need in the first year honestly.

[@liseras6584]

​@@goldfishsnake Agree! Imo its not worth keeping any of the 12 months plus stuff, you will have birthdays and lots of other occasions when baby will get gifts, if you already have a lot of toys etcetera, you will be overwhelmed again by that time.

[@rebeckamattisson5083]

True, maybe they can store it in the basement when they have decluttered it. I bet they will keep getting hand me downs from friends, so they will need some system to find the new sizes easily. 🎉

[@oliviabirgittasdotter4911]

since the nursery is a small space I would work on the height more. example a wall lamp instead of a floor lamp hanging on the wall instead of the wood tree. putting the AC higher/on the wall if possible. shelving on the wall and so on. shelving over the black wardrobe for stuff not used atm might be a solution? it also looks nice dawing the eye up. thanks for letting us in to your home! exited to follow this journey :) greetings from Sweden.

[@WellEditedCo]

My two cents to add to everyone else’s great tips: 1) Baby won’t have many opinions except for comfort and to be with her people who love her. She will like what you like, at least for a few years. 😊 So you don’t have to keep anything you don’t like or want or need or have space for. Babies really don’t need that much. 2) Use those big plastic lidded bins for storage in the basement. Label one (or two) for every age and stage. Size 0-3 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months, 2 years, 3, 4, etc. Throw anything for the corresponding age in that bin and line them up on shelves or stack them in storage. When you get to that age or stage, you can grab the bin you need and go through it to see what will work for now. 3) Keep daily items right in front of you where you’ll use them, such as the diaper genie. Make it easy to do things with a sleepy or fussy or cuddly baby in your arms. I suspect baby is born by now and you’ve already learned this. 4) Enjoy this precious time and like others have said, listen to your own instincts but also reach out for help.

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

THIS!!!! #2 is exactly right! So much easier to go to ONE (maybe 2) bin and find everything for that age then to have to search through multiple bins for clothes in one, toys in 1 or 2, etc. And think about what you will use and where you will use it. You need the Diaper Genie next to the changing table so you can just get rid of the dirty diaper immediately. And you'll be tossing used wipes in there as you do the change, as well, so you want it close at hand. Just scooch the dresser/changing table down toward the chair a bit and the DG will fit next to it in the corner. Also, I'd move wipes, creams and ointments, etc to the top and move the diapers down to the bottom. You only need one diaper so you only need to lean down to grab once. Remember, you have to keep one hand on the baby while you do all of this. You'll make multiple grabs for wipes, cream, etc so you want those where they're right at your fingertips.

[@kaylakuykendall4393]

​@@Lucinda_Jackson totally agree but to clarify with the last part I believe the ones on the bottom are meant to be back stock/extras and they have the wipe warmer if not also a tube of diaper cream on the top of the changing station. So having the diapers closer to reach is a good option

[@thebitternubbin]

Id personally recommend leaving the top dresser drawer for everything you need in diaper changing becsaue you will not feel happy bending down to fish it out from that side door.

[@mariebammann1561]

Behind all the clutter, the living space is absolutely beautiful. I'm looking forward to seeing the end result.

[@cantocant2346]

It's so nice seeing the husband on board!! Their home is beautiful.

[@sammym1311]

Keep a basket for a portable changing/feeding supplies station. Inventory will shift a lot as baby grows!

[@ginagonzalez6547]

Hi April, i like how the baby room is being set up. Since they have future items for the baby, its best to set up an area for just baby future stuff in the basement somewhere protected from dust and anything else, that way mom can go in and hand pick what the baby might need. It will also be some sort of mini store before they actually go to a real store to go shopping for future toys or any items the baby needs. They will constantly be given second hand things so it will be a good place to store them so baby's room won't be cluttered with stuff. Also, either she will take out what the baby doesn't use anymore and donate it before mom brings up something from the basement to replace it.

[@brigid6609]

Great idea, I also seem to see a lot of different sizes going into the dresser. It might be helpfull to keep sizes together? So you know exactly how much clothes you have?

[@zabmcauley5647]

​@@brigid6609A range of sizes can be handy before they know what size the baby will be, and as the baby grows. I needed 3-6 months when I was a newborn. 😅

[@phynnlessimaging]

I keep all the off sizes in baby’s closet because I have serious object permanence issues 😅 if it’s not somewhere I can see it, it doesn’t exist haha. And I definitely recommend a range of sizes at the beginning but if they have labeled bins already it will be easy to store sizes they no longer need once baby is here.

[@adz5bneweng589]

Grandma and great grandma here. Unless she has a small baby, 6 lbs or so, she'll need the least amount of clothes in 0-3 months. Some babies start in 3-6 months clothes.

[@t3hfluff]

Mine basically started in 6 mon clothes and never fit his age for long ( hes currently a year old and wears 18mo -2t)

[@Siures]

Would not count on it. I did and we hat to buy some 0-3 quickly and He wore them at least three month. The parents birth weight can be an Indikator :)

[@dianaklien1560]

You never know ‘til they get here. I had a preemie that swam in the smallest clothes and a child that was 2 weeks late and didn’t need the smaller clothes. One was born in Winter which means needed more clothing and accessories and one was born in Summer and needed less.

[@loiskelso7522]

I have three children all came home in one years size

[@dianegriffen2756]

My baby was 7 lbs, and even then he had to 'grow into' his 0-3 months clothes.

[@vanillaskye55]

For now, do the pretty blankets on the blanket tower. But when baby is born it would be really good for functional things like the muslin blankets, swaddles, and the baby carriers. Then a bucket right next to your rocking chair of un folded burp rags.

[@WellEditedCo]

And my first thought was, as soon as baby starts to crawl, the blanket tower will have to go away until baby is bigger and won’t knock it over. It’s super cute though! Maybe the blankets could hang on a wall thing someday instead?

[@elizabeth75000]

My favorite tip, which I wish I had sooner: keep a box/bin/basket/bag in the closet or close-by for outgrown items. You can quickly toss it in when u are dressing the baby and realize something is now too small. Then you won't be guessing later. Moment to moment when you are rushing, it will help.

[@margiebramer2384]

Collin understood the assignment!

[@nickywarner5826]

Great work guys but ha ha ha that nappy bin won’t stay in the cupboard for long 🤣 EVERYTHING within reach is your new rule when dealing with baby changing 😂😂 it’s a tough game.

[@JC-xl2bq]

11 years into parenting…..,,I’m laughing because it’s the calm before the storm 😅

[@WellEditedCo]

@@JC-xl2bqit’s funny but also a very tender time, before that first baby arrives and life changes in unimaginable ways. ❤️

[@jayembee7067]

Oh yes. You can’t risk a topple from the change table which is why some parents are comfortable using the floor - after all - you can’t fall off a floor! That’s why my blind niece used the floor. She’d lay out the change mat first and take the basket of necessities from the table to the floor with baby placed on hip then transferred to mat changing pad and mat. ❤️from Australia 🇦🇺.

[@amandab.6815]

Exactly what I was thinking. When you have a poop explosion and you get it on your hands, you don't want to have to carry the leaking diaper across the room and open the closet door. It needs to be right next to the changing table.

[@dianegriffen2756]

@@amandab.6815 poop explosion! Love it. My brother in law gave his baby daughter some weetabix (breakfast cereal here in the uk that can literally be liquified given enough milk). don't give them weetabix - It was coming out of the arms and legs of her onesie. 🤣

[@dianegriffen2756]

1. Congrats! 2. Relax! Nobody knows what to do with a first baby and they don't come with manuals. The most important thing I learned was, yes listen to advice from those who have had children or know more than you at this stage BUT more importantly TRUST YOURSELF. YOU know what is right for you and your baby, regardless of how others may or may not have done it themselves. You will quickly find your own routine. 3. Take the time to enjoy your little one - they don't stay little for long. From my own experience - take what is useful to you and discard the rest: Baby will definitely need hats and socks over shoes at this stage. I would put those wipes on the top shelf of that unit - you're going to need them! Definitely store according to age - it will make it easier on you and feel less overwhelming if you can just literally swap out one box for another at each stage. When baby starts crawling (much much sooner than you think! - my son was learning to walk at 8 months) I would put something in front of, or covering, that glass door, for safety sake (consider the hammer for the xylophone against that glass!), and consider that the blanket tree is at risk of being pulled over from both the floor and the crib. LOVE that you have a good selection of books. Babies love pictures and adore listening to your voice.

[@shannonstroud2479]

Love how April kept calling it ‘baby loungewear’ 😂 I would also store everything for bubba when she is older down in the basement. Those gold round baskets would be great to put next to the change mat on the table with wipes, nappies (diapers) and bum cream so it’s quick to grab. Xx

[@rrosemccoy]

I was thinking the same thing! I’m not a mom whatsoever, but my mom and I did babysit a lot and babysat my niece and nephew when they were born. They’re 19 now, but I still remember a lot. Plus I watch a lot of KZbin families and my friends and family are having kids so I learn a lot. The wipes and diapers should definitely go by the changing mat. I thought the diaper genie should go by the changing table.

[@lynnsinclair123]

A lovely room. The quilts are beautiful, but will have to find a new home once the baby begins to crawl as he/she could easily pull on the quilts and topple the tree. Good luck!

[@WellEditedCo]

This was my first thought too! I love that blanket tree, and it will have to be put away once baby is moving.

[@TiffanyT12]

I LOVE that he helped. It's not just her items, he contributed too, so having him help make choices and be involved in the process is awesome.

[@jenniferpearce1052]

Honestly, it didn't seem like he helped (I'm watching this 3rd in the series, totally out of order). It is clear that he is as much involved as she is. It's not happening just because she wanted it. He's all in!

[@LouiseCastro-l4x]

I’ve had three kids and I’m not sure I ever really knew what I was doing. You guys are going to be fantastic parents! Just do things your own way and you’ll work it out. Congratulations!

[@ChristianAnneSmith]

THIS! I think I did a pretty good job loving the process, but if I had it to go back and do it again, I would worry less. You do it your way and it’s going to be beautiful. I have enjoyed every age. Don’t let people scare you. It’s the best ride ever.

[@amxranthine]

I suggest keeping the pumping stuff in the top part of that armoire as she may want to pump as she is sitting in the chair in the nursery. She's never going to be pumping in the bathroom, plus you need that space for the baby bathing stuff

[@lynnwales2937]

Agreed! There’s also the consideration of making baby’s food sanitary. We don’t prep our meals in the bathroom for a reason!

[@kayalford6746]

This You Tube family is gonna to be so invested in Colin, Christine and the baby! You will get many comments on what to do. However you, Colin and Christine decide to do things will be the right way for you.

[@ChristianAnneSmith]

❤❤❤

[@user-hk6kv8ez4r]

However … all comfy clothes shall be referred to as “baby loungewear” in perpetuity. 😂🤍

[@joyindrelie6715]

Yes! You guys are the parents and you get to do whatever you want! ❤

[@abbystahl9592]

A note on baby clothes- like adult clothes, they can differ on sizing brand to brand- sometimes you have to physically compare them to what baby is currently wearing or to other clothes in upcoming sizes to really know when baby might wear it. I personally like to hang in the closet the clothes for 1-2 upcoming sizes so that I can easily see what specific items I may need that I don’t have, but then store the rest not in baby’s room so the room doesn’t get crowded. I’d also suggest hanging a second closet rod for now to get a second row for this visual while baby’s clothes are small. I also have a bin in the closet for clothes baby has grown out of so that I don’t put it back in the drawer just to have myself or my spouse struggle getting it on a different day! Then when baby is totally out of that size, label and store the bin elsewhere

[@hopefully2224]

The clothes sorting doesn’t have to be so serious 😂. Shes 100% not going to care if onesies are wrinkled. Throw them in a drawer by size, short sleeve/long sleeve.

[@NaturallyGifted77]

Right

[@vintageaddict4552]

Yes!!!! Good point

[@Saforra99]

absolutely! we didn't actually hang *any* clothes ;) + I agree with less-is-more. You'll be getting most of what you need -- you can trust in that :D. But absolutely: All the best!

[@samanthaquant7411]

Sometimes a momma waiting for her first just feels good getting it all ready. It’s part of the process and if she’s enjoying it, let her. She’ll let things go as she goes along and next baby she’ll know how much she needs better and what are her favorites.

[@Saforra99]

@@samanthaquant7411 for sure, so true :) It's nice to have help, but enjoyment along the way is good!

[@hannahb2558]

All the people you help just have such a friendly vibe. These new people seem great and I'm super excited to see more progress!

[@Masonsept2011]

Mom of 6 here 👋🏽 you did amazing organizing the nursery. With how much they grow in the first year you will be adjusting a lot, but being thoughtful with where things are placed for convenience is the best system I’ve used. Good job mama!!

[@Masonsept2011]

Also, don’t let any of these comments make you feel silly. It is perfectly appropriate for you to be excited to organize and not know what you’re doing. Every mom on here with a loud opinion started where you are. We should be encouraging new mamas not laughing at what they don’t yet know. You will learn what works for you and baby as you go. Plus every baby is different and many babies actually do have preferences early on if you’re paying attention.

[@CarolineSmart-y5w]

Would recommend using top drawer of changing unit to house wipes and diapers Need everything easy at hand. Would also have open basket with postpartum stuff next to the chair and diaper bin and laundry bag close to change station.

[@LaurelChinnRealEstate-Fairfax]

I think that while holding the baby steady on the changing table you’ll want to have an easy reach in the top drawer for diapers. Just a thought.

[@krabsenee]

And for the wipes too!

[@daCubanaqt]

Agreed! That top drawer should be for diapers, wipes, etc. Extra supplies could go on the right side of the dresser. I would use one of those gold metal baskets for ointments, lotion, those sorts of things to keep on the table. There is a lot space in the storage cabinet for items 6 mos+ if she wanted to keep them in the room. I honestly wouldn’t hang any clothes. Perhaps she could hang those baby holders instead.

[@lynjen36]

Came here to say that, you wont want to reach down with a squirmy baby eventually.

[@melissaweller3718]

Stage supplies for each change. Lay baby down, fasten belt, get diaper, open wipes container, have outfit ready to change baby into, diaper cream…then start the process of changing baby. You’ll be ready for whatever happens.

[@hayleymar]

For me, it was easier to have a caddy on the changing table that had diapers and bum cream so I didn't have to go digging in a drawer. I think the cabinet to the right works great for storing the back stock and then just having a container for diapers by the changing pad, along with the wipe warmer, would be easiest. Looks like there is plenty of space!

[@jodyalaniz]

At the beginning, they kept saying this was such a small space, but I think by the time this process is done and they get rid of a lot of stuff. They will realize it is quite a large space for 2 to 3 people. 🤗

[@goldfishsnake]

omg this, I'm 3 minutes in and kept thinking, this isn't a small space lol. They have a whole basement, multiple bedrooms, normal sized rooms IMO. Just too much stuff!

[@AnnieAtRecess]

ADVICE: 1. For safety, please swap the crib and changing station walls, because the baby shouldn't be able to reach the cord for the blinds. 2. Put a small book shelf on the wall next to the chair and lamp. The baby doesn't need a mirror in their room for a long, long time, if ever. 3. My first son wore size 3mo within weeks, size 6mo at 3mo, etc... Storing clothes according to size is excellent, but don't expect that baby will wear that size at that age, OR during a particular season. 4. Light canceling curtains on those windows. 5. Put a Command hook on the back of the highchair to hold bibs. 6. Put an organized box of diaper-changing items on the changing table at the feet of the changing pad. I loved the softsided version from Ikea, because it had built-in compartments AND it didn't hurt my babies feet when they eventually could kick at it. 7. Fold OR hang sets together. Even the loose way she folded the set together is great. I know she hates folding, so rolling Onsies is a perfectly legitimate option, which also makes them easier to see in the drawer.

[@ellenhawkins1024]

Maybe even swap out the corded blinds to cordless.

[@gaylathrom]

They are so calm and loving. Wise in their approach to baby stuff. Every year will be birthday gifts for that year so toys will be flowing. I sense that they will be giving things away as they go.

[@katieallen3927]

I would have moved the dresser down to the door opening and put the recliner in the back corner. It's a very small room to organize.

[@zoëavy]

Yes! And I think she said that they are not using that door other than airing the room! It would also feel safer for me to have something blocking that glass door...

[@karentee9529]

I had the same thought about putting the dresser in front of the glass door!! She could hang a curtain rod with blackout curtains that could cover the entire wall, including the glass door. She could close the curtains for nap time 😊.

[@mist4926]

If door is only way to outside air you can't block it with dresser. Fire code..every bedroom needs an exit

[@TheBurnsChild]

Mom of two here! I find it helpful to have a basket of diapers on the changing station and space for a pack of wipes. Also I have bins in the drawers to help keep the baby clothes organized. It's definitely trial and error to figure out what should go where. I had to move my original set up around a little bit after baby arrived.

[@kayalford6746]

The chair! As a mom and grandmother I think the chair will be used more as a rocker than a full recliner. Even if sleeping with the baby in the chair i don’t think it will be reclined fully. There may be comments about the dangers of sleeping with the baby in the chair. But there were times when my babies were sick this was the only way to get sleep. At least for the babies. I hardly slept when they were sick

[@urmom5403]

Agree! That chair will never be reclined. More for rocking and snuggling!

[@elainehails3403]

Keep that disco ball! When Baby gets older, 5 min dance parties are THE BEST for giggles and burning off excess energy!

[@MaddJules]

When changing babies...one hand on the baby and free hand grabs what you need( wipes, diapers). They need to be in a place easy to reach. It helped me to actually practice the motions to see where to place things.

[@MaddJules]

Also.. pumping can take time so she will want to be comfortable.

[@brikhouse22]

When I was pregnant with my son someone gifted me a whole Crayola set, I had to hold onto that for sooooo long lol.

[@marloespeters8404]

Well-intentioned but so useless the first few years 😅

[@orysyaf8337]

My one year old loves drawing

[@robopecha]

i mean a year goes by fast.. i started drawing when i just turned 1.

[@annagibbons5949]

​@orysyaf8337 my 20 mo nephew has just discovered squiggles

[@wellhello1603]

If you hate folding clothes, roll them! I noticed it worked for me so much better, especially in things like towels, rags etc. It’s so much faster and not precise, but I can put them into a basket and see them all (as I put them vertically standing )

[@wellhello1603]

And also grab whichever I want without having to mess with a stack. I feel it will be good for someone with little baby, as you mostly have only one hand to use, stacks are hard to manage with one hand.

[@soburlvt]

Non-parent here. I gave some lingerie bags to a new mother to use for small things when washing. All those little socks, etc. won't get lost as easily. It's very entertaining to watch non parents organize baby stuff.

[@sarahkinsey5434]

Adult socks, underwear, and whole adult shirts get tangled in sheets, I can't imagine baby stuff

[@alinewright1093]

Fancy baby outfits turn them inside out and wash in lingerie bags.

[@christinequintana881]

I did that when my kids were babies. So helpful!

[@sinkintostillness]

Very good idea!

[@peggynorton5145]

I'm so glad the nursery was done first. Whew ! Big checkmark off the list. ❤ Looking forward to this series.

[@abundantlyinspired]

My baby rearing years are way behind me but my advice is to be flexible with setting things up in the nursery. Every parent finds their own systems. I ended up changing diapers on the floor with everything in a bin. 😊I love this sweet couple and their super cute doggo. ❤😃I can't wait to see things allocated and streamlined so they can find a peaceful mood for their spaces.

[@vcanadian1971]

@@abundantlyinspired ❤️🫶🏻 I changed diapers on the floor too. No risk of baby falling once they started moving/crawling and it’s easier to clean up accidents as I threw changing blanket in the wash when dirty.

[@abundantlyinspired]

Yes!!!!❤ I never knew they could fall until I was pregnant and then it became such a fear I was like nah, I'm going low down so there is no risk of falls.😊And I could change the worst diaper in less than a minute, like a Nascar pit crew lol

[@dianegriffen2756]

Agree baby on the floor, esp when they start learning to roll over!

[@catlady9123]

Also a bin with everything you need to change diapers in every area you may change them. Your room, living room, basement, etc.

[@MeganKT86]

One thing that works so well with my 3 is having 2 bins (without lids for easy access) in the closet. One labeled “Too Small” and one labeled “Too Big”. Then as I realize they grew out of something I just tossed it in immediately. By the time the whole size was in the “Too Small” bin, I moved it all to a labeled bin in the basement ready for the next kiddo. I never had to do a big clean out of the dresser! They grow out of things so quickly, it’s imperative to have a system to keep clothes moving or you will get overwhelmed over and over again as sizes change.

[@WBCRO]

Chair placement: The corner of the dresser closest to the chair is prime real estate! Everything from Mom’s water bottle (always have water with you before you sit down to nurse - you become instantly thirsty when baby latches on) to a pacifier or a spit cloth or a cell phone will be put there.

[@phynnlessimaging]

So excited for this one! We have an 18 month old and I can confirm that having those bins for sizes already will be great as baby outgrows! I keep old baby clothes in size labeled bins for if we have a second, or need to easily find a size to give to family etc. And just remember no matter where you put stuff, it’ll shift when baby arrives and as she grows. Just stay flexible! So excited to see this series develop. Good luck and an early congratulations!

[@jeannine22marie]

The mirror will create shadows which scares babies so the mirror should be in another room until the child is much older.

[@Minimadaa]

😂😂😂

[@shadegarden7375]

Colin rocks!! He is organized and thinks logically!!

[@theoriginalmamivibez1298]

Over the door pockets are your best friend in small spaces especially a child's room. It will free up space in the dresser where the shoes and hats are and the breastfeeding supplies can go there instead. A tip for the wipes store them upside down so they stay moist. The teething toys should be in a container with a lid so they won't be exposed to germs in the air. Since dad likes to fold why not have him be in charge of baby's folded clothes and mom can do the hanging clothes because the velvet hangers work way better for tiny clothes than plastic ones. Hope this helps 😊

[@IonaWard]

Congratulations on your marriage and your baby. May I suggest that you utilize all the dresser drawers for baby clothes, diapers, wipes, toiletries. Then you can utilize the closet for storage of the things the baby will grow into. I’m posting at the beginning of the video. Can’t wait to finish watching to see what you do.

[@tammyessency9635]

I love the armoire! I would like to see less furniture in the bedroom, no mirror, no floor lamp, even though they are really nice. I would add shelves in closet for now while baby is little.

[@sharongriffith7505]

I can't imagine why a baby's room needs a mirror and when it gets older the floor lamp and blanket tree will be a hazard for the baby as well as the mirror.

[@DSL318]

The blanket tree is adorable, but should be anchored/tethered to the wall before baby starts to crawl. I think a shelf for the books that will be read to baby would look great above that armoire. Always love to see books on display. The soft infant ones could go in a basket for baby to grab when she is mobile.

[@ChristianAnneSmith]

❤❤❤❤

[@amandahull6161]

Medicine type stuff, i always liked to have easy access at the changing table so i didnt have to walk to the bathroom with the baby it was right there. It was so cute watching you guys talk through the organization. Good first day!

[@lenochka1735]

My son is 20 months and I'm constantly reorganising his things. There isn't the "right" way to organise for a baby. It's what ever works for you. ❤

[@catlady9123]

My kids are 8 and 16 and we're still constantly reorganizing 😂.

[@jets4483]

Jumping in to echo what everyone else says! Mine is 11 months old today. They grow so quickly and wear most of the clothes once or twice. Make the current size and the next size most accessible. Don’t worry about folding… there are more important things. Like sleep and snuggling your baby! Diapers and wipes should be within a hands reach of where you change the baby. Shelves in the closet would be great to help store books and toys and bins.

[@BlueBird-nf2gp]

Welcome Christine & Collin! The nursery looks fantastic! Watching you sort the baby clothes brought back memories of when I was pregnant. Thanks so much for sharing your journey with us. I look forward to watching all your episodes. Congrats on becoming parents!! 🧡😊🐦

[@ritasnellgrove6343]

It's so much fun watching you 3. Going to enjoy this series. They have very generous friends. I think they will find they have more clothes/blankets than they can use. They will probably pass things on to others and keep simplifying. Baby stuff can take over our lives. Wish I had someone to help me organize like this when my kids were little. You guys are so ahead of the game doing this now. Good luck!

[@katesteward4325]

Did anyone else get super excited about the length of the video?! Great way to start the day :)

[@AzelieAnne]

The blankets will get holes in them and wear out faster like that. Of you roll them and then put it over the tree it would work better. Also when the baby crawls you'll have to teach them about not pulling the tree down.

[@JoshSlate107]

Great start, Christine and Colin! The nursery room is looking great. I’m excited to see what you did with the rest of the place 🎉

[@Noeledig]

I would suggest the penguin laundry basket be placed next to the changing table. Maybe where the lamp is for easy use when changing the baby ?

[@deborahmiller8650]

April, Loving the series so far. Kristen and Colin are so cute! I have had a smile on my face the whole time I watched this video. You and Kristen discussing what a newborn baby needs, when neither of you have had kids. It is daunting to think about it but it is a problem for a lot of new mothers. Kristen had a good start, but will be adding more stuff as the child grows. The shoes, how cute, her baby could have large feet and need those larger shoes and never use smaller ones. Babies can be 6 lbs. to 10 lbs. at birth, making the cute little outfits too small or too big. It is a guessing game. I am really going to love this series. Let them know I will be praying they have a healthy, beautiful baby. ~Debi in Ohio

[@rebeccadakin3536]

Maybe setup the new born car seat now in the car that the baby will ride home in so that it doesnt need a home in the house and also so it is ready in case the baby is early.

[@DVD927]

HIGHLY RECOMMEND a baby changing kit downstairs and another upstairs. Just a basket with a supply of diapers, wipes, a couple Newborn onesies, 2 burp cloths & and a pad you can wipe down. Recycle plastic grocery bags to wrap stinky diapers in.

[@reneemartin5558]

I used to keep diapers and wipes in the top drawer for quick access, diaper pail should be out next to changing table, don't want to walk away from changing table while the baby is on it. Congratulations!

[@beccavas]

Mom of two, the clothes sorting is killing me lol. You’ll figure it out after baby gets here! Also the tummy time mat is going to live in the middle of your living room floor for about 9 months.

[@joanneentwistle7653]

When diapering a wiggly baby, wipes, creams, and diapers should be within reach with one hand on the baby.

[@elizabethmendoza4203]

So fun! Nesting is so fun! A little suggestion as a mom is that I would put diaper pale right next to where you change the baby just for convenience and safety

[@Renesmee1921]

I never had a baby either but in the first drawer I would put things necessary for changing and cleaning the baby like wipes, creams, baby powder, diapers . Seems like the quickest way from the top where the baby will be to there without bending at all.

[@mareen7321]

I am excited for the new series. Thanks to Collin and Christine for letting us in 💞

[@theviewfromthebside570]

The only thing that i saw that i will offer input on is to change the blind type on the window to one that doesn’t have cords or chains. Or swap crib and dresser locations. Safety concern when kiddo is able to stand in crib and reach the blind cords.

[@kayalford6746]

I’m getting so tickled at April. The baby room is definitely out of her element. But I wish I had Aprils help in my kitchen.

[@libbyecheverria730]

I love this new series, and Colin and Christine! Please remember, it doesn't matter what you don't have for the baby beyond diapers and clothes and love. And a car seat lol. Everything else is just fun and cute and extra. Baby won't care and will thrive with parents like you. There's no wrong way to do this!!! You don't have to know much at all to do a great job!

[@sallyy6748]

I think the drawers should be moved down closer to the door and the chair between the dresser and outdoor door. It will be annoying walking into the room with the chair there.

[@labradorite8256]

I think there's a bit of wall sticking out that would be in the way of the dresser?

[@aloluccak.8303]

I love that the people in the comments are so nice!! Bc it‘s so real - people have like to learn so so much about babies, baby clothes, developement and so far, it‘s hard and like nearly every parent is going through this, so yeah thank you for showing!! Also so nice that so many people gave them so much stuff ❤

[@jennydunbar967]

I would use the top drawer of the dresser for wipes, diapers and cream. You need to be able to grab it all with one hand whilst holding the baby with the other. Best way to try and organise for a baby is to see if you can easily get it with one hand. The other drawers with boxes for sleep suits, short sleeve vests, long sleeve vests, tops and trousers. No need to hang or fold any of them, just dump them in a labelled box. Much easier to grab what you need with one hand from a box than have to take something from a hanger. Make sure you have somewhere easy to reach with a drink for you whilst feeding and a blanket to keep you warm in the middle of the night. It’s a fun adventure! Trust your instincts and you will both be fine.

[@lukvanleeuwen7603]

Great start!! Choosing a room is such a good idea, because it is so much less overwhelming. Love to see a couple actually working together and being attentive!❤ Some tips on the organizing: You're gonna want to prioritize everything you need for changing a baby to be very reachable from the changing table. top drawer and surface is for daipers and wipes and powder only! And the daiper bin should be nearby, for example next to the changing table and the lamp. I also feel like the chair was better in the far corner of the room (furthest from the door), it's less in the way and it was still movable (maybe put it a bit more in front of the window?). The hamper should also be closeby the changing table. shoes and clothes for older ages are not priority right now, so those can go in the black dresser or the closet. Also also, I do not understand why you would have that big mirror in there if you're just going to cover it with other furniture. I would advice putting it outside of the room until baby is a bit older and can actually look in mirrors. Bibs can go in the kitchen and car stuff near the car. The small basket in the black wardrobe fits perfectly next to the big basket! Looking forward to this series!

[@sopjoplop23]

My great nephew started crawling at like 5months and walking at like 9.5 months his big bro was 13months. Every baby is different. 😊

[@wendys528]

This couple is going to be so successful. I’m having my second, and one thing I know is that you are essentially in a “baby trap” during feeds and I wouldn’t want my primary chair tucked away. Maybe that chair will never see much use in the nursery, the baby won’t move there for many months. I’d want to be close to entertainment and house activity, and work (sounds like she is a business owner and works from home). During feed traps you need to have a space for essentials within arm reach. This time around I’m even buying a water cooler for beside my feeding chair, because I have strong memories of being desperately thirsty and alone.

[@labradorite8256]

Oh I wish I'd thought of the water coolet! I had a neighbour who never had children of her own but had been a midwife. She was brilliant about bringing food and water whilst I was the "baby trap" (great description) as poor clueless hubby didn't get it lol.

[@wendys528]

@@labradorite8256 what a gem of a woman!

[@hollywhittenburg3260]

Diaper genie right by changing table!!! I would take the door off the closet, add shelves, and put the rocker in front of there. You can put the books at arm level, use it for your water cup, basket on the bottom for toys to play with on the floor. And baskets for storage above!!

[@estefanifrias7427]

The nursery room is beautiful ❤️ what a great way to start this journey! Can't wait for the rest of the episodes.

[@thebitternubbin]

That basement is like a whole second house its so big!! Cant wait cluttermageddon

[@ruchild1330]

Also, don’t make them choose to pair down, they won’t know until later. This is not adults being horders, children and babies have more things

[@labradorite8256]

And its ok, you cycle through it quickly.

[@saraskirvin763]

I suggest swapping the crib and dresser and then placing the chair in the corner by the door. I think the chair will be annoying where it is. You’ll want to have clearance walking into the room holding baby and with this setup it seems you’ll need to be dodging furniture. As a parent that accepted all gifts and way too many clothes, you really don’t need much in the first 6ish months. Less is more with babies 😊 Best of luck!

[@tayzza51999]

I just had my first baby 9 months ago and the clothes are so hard and I’m still changing stuff around as he gets older but what made it easier for me was to just have a drawer dedicated to short sleeves and long sleeves and the sleeper full suits (warmer ones) in another drawer so depending on the weather I can decide what he can wear like that

[@tayzza51999]

Like at the moment in Australia we’re heading into spring so he will start to wear short sleeves during the day more as it gets warmer but he will still wear sleepers at night but with a lighter sleep sack on or short sleeves with a warmer (ish) sleep sack

[@tayzza51999]

I also go through stages where I through it in or I stop and actually fold them baby clothes (especially once they’ve been washed a few times) are so hard to fold and make them look all nice all the time

[@helentaylor4911]

I know it is great for friends to hand over all their outgrown items, but the last person in the line can be overwhelmed by everything. You shouldn’t feel guilty at donating things you are not keen on. The best thing is to donate clothes as they are outgrown. Otherwise keeping everything will just clutter your home. A good present for new parents would be gift vouchers that they can use for necessary items that are required along the way.

[@tayzza51999]

@@helentaylor4911 absolutely you shouldn’t feel bad I have been given and gifted doubles of things I just didn’t need or an abundance of clothes and haven’t used them so they have been donated

[@danabryant3023]

I'm fairly sure I didn't hang up a single thing after my baby was born and real life with a newborn set in 😂 Also, get nightgowns with elasticized openings at the bottom! Boy, girl, doesn't matter. Easy access to the diaper area at night is priceless.

[@Sherryk546]

Wondering if when grandma comes, she may redo the top drawers so that the diaper stuff is in the top drawer.

[@tinatopak]

Haha I did that too with the bag stapled with size of baby clothes. Then put all bags in one big zippered storage bag. It worked! I was able to find the appropriate clothes based on the labels.

[@zelphiaellerson6283]

A Grammy here. It is so delightful watching this! Please plan a post baby episode to review what worked well!

[@carrie3206]

Love this couple❤ It’s going to be exciting to watch this series. It has all the stuff! Whole house, including the basement! And it’s a nice basement at that. 😊 Perfect decision to start with the nursery. I’m a mom of 5 kids and 9 grandkids! Having said that, I really have no advice. You guys got this and intuitively knew what to do. The divide and conquer approach worked so well too! Thank you for taking us along for the ride! 🥰

[@rhondalockrey9592]

Sorting everything is so cute for a baby. Don't stress it will get better as you go. What a great help April will be to this couple. Excited for this series.

[@tngirlz4622]

Yay April, for helping them make the space they need! All the best, Colin and Christine, as you begin your life as parents! I remember when I had my first, it seemed like I needed so much stuff. After she was born, I realized a lot of the stuff I’d bought or been gifted was useless, and I had to buy more practical things. What you really need: somewhere to put the baby down in each room - a pack n’ play, a baby bouncer, an heirloom cradle, whatever - the baby will grow out of them quickly - and a baby bjorn - the one with back support, if you can find it. I learned that tiny babies do NOT like to be left in another room - they want to be with you. You can’t cook with a bjorn on, but you can unload the dishwasher, put in a load of laundry, go for a walk, etc. Re baby clothes, comfy and natural fibres is the main thing, don’t let well meaning folk tell you you need to “keep the baby warm”, overdressing them leads to yeast infections, and, if experts are still telling parents to put the baby on their back to sleep, clothes with buttons, snaps, etc., in the front. My daughter cried and cried when she wore the fancy little dresses my mother-in-law gave us, full of buttons in the back. (I wound up taking pictures with her being held by Daddy, then taking the dress off immediately.) All the best, and props to you for doing this BEFORE the baby arrives - it’s so much harder after! 😁

[@nettie8060]

This has probably been mentioned but you might try a small area on the changing table for a stack of diapers (a basket) so you everything is in arms reach.

[@myonlinepresence7833]

Granting all new and expectant parents and carers permission to donate or pass on everything you don't like or don't use, regardless of who gave it to you or how cute it is.

[@vanillaskye55]

I'm excited for this series as my second baby is on the way. Remember, throughout this series that people will have advice of what worked for them. Just take it with a grain of salt. What worked for me may not work for you. My best advice. Baby's need less than you think, they prefer playing with everyday objects over store bought toys. When your friends and family ask what do you need. Say diapers and wipes. Or the next size up for clothes. If you don't give those suggestions. They will overload you with the cutest toys from the store, which is overwhelming even if it is good intentioned.

[@lenarobins2480]

Great job everyone! You got thru one whole room the 1st day, you should be proud of yourselves you guys make a great team!

[@aliciab77]

I cannot wait to see the whole house full results. It's soothing watching it all come together. ❤

[@pamelawantsmusic]

Oh I have so many thoughts! First of all, you’re two going to do SO great! It’s just the best most fun adventure. Your space isn’t an accurate reflection of how organized you two are, it’s just in flux right now! Parenting: My number one piece of advice is to ignore everyone’s advice. You are all your little one knows! Do what works for your family! Take advice that resonates and chuck the rest! April, I think it was so smart to start with the nursery, even though it will be a showroom for the early days - they need to know it’s ready and checked off the list! Logistics/brain dump for anyone at this life stage from my own experience: -“Newborn” is its own size! 0-3 is the next size up! -Diaper genie - you’ll want it in the bathroom lol -If you’re bottle feeding, mini fridge in the bedroom, bottle warmer on your nightstand (so temporary) you can also keep your own drinks and skin care/eye masks etc while you’re in the trenches DISCLAIMER: don’t get one with a glass door because the blue internal light will light your room up like it’s a spaceship and you’ll need to have a baby blanket draped over it to block the light) -also if bottle feeding - buy a ton of bottles - enough for at least a full 24 hour cycle for the early days so you don’t need to be washing and sterilizing constantly (when people come and ask how they can help point at the dirty bottles) -portable diaper caddy - diapers, wipes, creams in one basket so you can cart it from room to room - mines just a cute soft basket with a divider from Amazon -cheap lightweight change pad to toss down on the floor or your bed or the dining room table so you don’t need to always get up and go to the change pad -The deep recline option is temporary for early days and the crib probably won’t oven be touched during those same early days beyond storing stuff, so they don’t need to battle over space long term - once baby is in crib you won’t be flat out in the recliner, you’ll be in your own bed! 🤞🏻 -People will give you SO much stuff! If you don’t want it, don’t keep it! Nod and smile and then exchange or get store credit or gift cards etc. if you’re getting hand me downs, make sure you’re clear if they want it back of of you are meant to pass it on once baby has outgrown it. -You don’t need to use or dress your little one in stuff you don’t like -Zippers not snaps - ideally bottom up zip options Current size and next size up ONLY in the nursery (if you have storage options in a different space) -Have a sentimental bin set aside for when they outgrow stuff and bag for donates next to the laundry or in the closet - just for a rough organize -Try on next sizes sooner than you think to get a sense of sizing - you can miss a full bin by underestimating baby chonk and how the sizes work! -Baby blankets on top of diaper pads and fitted bassinet/crib sheets - use the least favorite ones because there will be leaks from both ends - it’s easier to replace a baby blanket and toss it into the laundry than the entire change pad cover or bassinet fitted sheet (securely tucked) -store things where they are used (towels in bathroom, bibs in kitchen or even on an end table if that’s where you sit to feed) -hats and shoes and a few socks in the front hall/where you leave the house

[@ChristianAnneSmith]

Really great advice❤

[@bevalexander5897]

I’m laughing at what is considered “necessary” for babies!😄Kids grow fast. Don’t separate clothes too radically. By the time I pulled out 9-12 mos, my daughter couldn’t wear them. The blankets are gorgeous! I would use that tree to place beautiful clothes on little hangers, and frame those blankets. Getting ready for the little human to arrive is a fun time, don’t stress over categories. It’s the grownups that have too much stuff and need to downsize.

[@SimplyMinimalKy]

I love her book idea! How special. We also love family and friends gifting books instead of toys with a special note written inside (especially from older generations).