DIY newborn nest

Thanks to workshops on creating accessories for babies, you can sew a nest for your baby yourself. Such a bed is ideal for a child, he will fall asleep faster, feeling security and comfort. The cradle will help out on the road, providing a sleeping place for the baby. You can sew a cocoon for newborns with your own hands, double-sided. It is convenient, it is easy to turn it out to the other side if necessary.

baby cocoon
More and more parents use the cocoon for newborns and many leave positive reviews.

What is a nest for newborns and what is it for

This device helps young children to lie comfortably, and also makes life easier for young parents. The nest is suitable for babies up to six months old. The product was invented to provide a cozy space and correct positioning of the newborn. Being inside such a cocoon-envelope, the child is less susceptible to stress due to the similarity with the location of the embryo in the mother's abdomen.

pillow for newborn
Cocoons for newborns today are called various devices for children, one way or another imitating being in a closed space.

The simplicity of the design consists of a compact mattress, along the perimeter of which there are sides. For sewing the mattress, a hypoallergenic fabric of soft texture is used. The sides are made up to fifteen centimeters, holofiber filler is placed inside. The material is weightless, breathable and holds its shape well.

baby in a cocoon
An ergonomic mattress for a newborn is considered a classic cocoon.

To give a beautiful appearance and convenience, you can pull off the sides with a satin ribbon or lacing. The materials used are environmentally friendly, completely safe for the child's body. The fabric is made from 100% cotton in a pleasant neutral shade.

do-it-yourself cocoon for a newborn
They invented a cocoon in France, initially for premature babies.

The compact envelope can be used in a crib, stroller, changing table. Having placed it on the parent's bed, you can create a separate sleeping area for the baby. The crumb will be lulled by the swaying of the sides. After falling asleep, it is better to transfer him to the nursery, without disturbing the light sleep.

mattress cocoon
The baby's movements are not limited in any way: he can stare around, studying various objects, move his arms and legs.

Varieties of nests

The baby accessories market offers practical orthopedic beds and a variety of accessories. Many mothers are lost in the choice, because they want the child to be comfortable and warm in such an item.

baby cocoon photo
From the first days of a newborn's life, it is important to provide him with comfort and security.

Baby cocoon

It resembles a small ergonomic bed. It has a wide range of applications: as a chaise longue, installed in a bed. Due to the softness of the material used, they take the shape of the body of the newborn. Therefore, by placing a child in such a cocoon, the load is removed from the spine. Due to rounding, the baby takes a position identical to the intrauterine one.

baby cocoon
Cocoon mattresses are made in three sizes, based on the weight of the newborn.

Advantages:

  • special design reduces the likelihood of colic;
  • reducing the risk of muscle tone;
  • saturation of the lungs with oxygen;
  • the elevation of the upper part prevents the appearance of the asymmetry of the skull in the child;
  • the crumb is fixed with a belt, reliably protecting it from falling;
  • promotes the development of visual coordination, improves motor skills.

In addition, such cocoons are easy to use and carry. Dimensions allow you to use the device as a bed.

cocoon baby carrier
Most often, the device is used up to 4 months.

Newborn nest

The universal product is suitable for a carrycot, home use, for walks. Differs in the ability to unfold up to one hundred and eighty degrees. It can completely replace and supplement the breastfeeding pillow, providing the ability to latch on the baby to the breast.

nest for newborns
The size of the cocoon should fully correspond to the growth of the child.

Experts also recommend nests to premature babies. They are more difficult to adapt to the environment. It is important to provide the most comfortable conditions close to the mother's womb. During sleep, the physiological posture of the embryo prevents the formation of defective muscle development.

baby nest photo
Many manufacturers offer models that can be adjusted in size.

The sizes of the nests can be adjusted by lacing, based on the structural features of the baby. Tightening the structure, you get a cozy place. When the cord is loosened - a wonderful rug with bumpers. Having made a nest for newborns with your own hands, you can get two colors.

nest for newborn cocoon
The use of a cocoon mattress is, first of all, the safety of the baby.

Pillow for feeding

This tool makes it easier to care for a defenseless creature. Designed to feed one child, also two. Some women use this thing during the prenatal period. The pillow is ideal for a child to sleep and play.

pillow for feeding
A nursing pillow is an accessory that greatly facilitates the process of caring for a newborn baby.

First of all, such an object relieves the muscles of the arms and back of the mother during the feeding process, since in the process the baby is constantly in her arms. The soft, warm surface provides comfort for your baby's food intake by keeping him securely in a comfortable position.

baby feeding pillow
Manufacturers offer a variety of product shapes.

Women's health is also above all, these devices prevent curvature of the spine during daily stress. The pillow helps to properly attach the baby to the breast. It is difficult for many to do it on weight, especially young inexperienced women in labor. In this case, the product really saves.

nursing pillow photo
The purchase of a pillow for feeding babies in the first year of life will be a great helper for a mother in the process of caring for her baby.

A big plus is that the mother's hands are free when feeding the baby. She can sit comfortably while drinking tea or reading. This will allow her to recover faster after childbirth.

There are models of different shapes and sizes. Taking an accessory with you on a trip, you will not have to worry that the baby will remain hungry. Feeding will be possible in all conditions.

baby feeding pillow
The baby feeding pillow is a kind of soft "cradle" in which the baby will lie comfortably.

How to make a cocoon with your own hands

Everyone can realize their own idea of ​​the mastery of a unique option. The main desire and a minimum of materials to make a cocoon for newborns with your own hands. For him, you need a piece of cotton, a pre-prepared pattern. Before starting work, it is recommended to wash the canvas, then dry it and iron it well.

baby cocoon pattern
You can sew such a "nest-cocoon" with your own hands for your child or as a gift.

Step-by-step instructions will help in needlework:

  • you need to cut off absolutely equal two elements from the prepared piece of matter;
  • with their face inward, secure the edges with pins. Then you can sew the upper part, leave the bottom;
  • ironing an inverted product;
  • we make a small hole for inserting from the tape, stepping back a couple of cm from the edge;
  • the middle part is cut off from the pattern, then placed in the center of the future cocoon and a line is made on a typewriter;
  • the next step will be a pattern of a similar part from a padding polyester. You need to insert it inside the base to make a mattress;
  • leaving two or three centimeters for the fold, we sew in several places for better fixation of the padding polyester. Use a pin to insert the tape;
  • now you can fill the side with holofiber.

At the final stage, the bottom should be sewn up, bending inward the edge. The result is a mattress, from which a nest is already created. To do this, you need to tighten the ribbon, making the sides. The reversible cocoon for the newborn is ready.

do-it-yourself children's cocoon
The cocoon turns out to be two-sided: it can be easily turned out and used on both sides, which is very convenient.

Note! A ready-made cocoon pattern for a newborn is suitable, taking into account the size of the baby.

The appearance of a baby in the family also requires the purchase of creams, powders, napkins, and various means for caring for him. All of this should be kept in a convenient place. A pocket organizer for all sorts of little things will help in this. You can also make it yourself, then tie it to the crib with strings. Thus, everything will be at hand, at the right moment it is easy to get.

nest for newborn
Take cotton fabric for the cocoon, not too thin, but not coarse.

How much does a cocoon cost for newborns

Various manufacturers offer practical baby nest models of varying functionality and cost. Products are made according to patented patterns. Products of the following brands are popular:

  • Cocoonababy Red Castle - produced for the smallest, premature babies weighing more than two hundred kilograms, are often used in maternity hospitals. Average sizes range from two, large ones are suitable for children weighing three kilograms. Average price from 10,500 rubles;
Cocoonababy redcastle
Cocoons for newborns Cocoonababy produced by Red Castle France are recommended by leading pediatricians in all European countries.
  • Farla baby Shell - special low-resilience polyurethane foam is used for the base, which distributes the load evenly. Price - 5 500 rubles.
Farla baby shell
Cocoon Baby Shell, unlike Cocoonababy, is created using direct casting technology, that is, Farla employees do not use adhesives.

Many married couples have already appreciated the certified Russian products of the "Cloud Factory". The cradle cocoon is liked by babies, it saves day and night. On average, such a crib costs 5,800.

The convenient nest can be used from birth. The child is more comfortable in it, the parents are calmer. With the help of such devices, a cozy space is created, filled with maternal warmth. The usual swaddling, for some seeming a problem, can be replaced with this device.

cocoon nest for newborn
Usually, a cocoon mattress is relevant for babies up to 4-6 months.

If you wish, you can make a cocoon pattern for the newborn with your own hands to sew a personal place for the baby. It will be convenient for him to examine the surrounding objects in the room, freely move his arms and legs.

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