List of Must-Have Home Improvements for Expectant Parents

Some home remodeling tasks may be put on hold while a new baby is on the way. But it is natural for soon-to-be parents to feel absolutely overwhelmed by the amount of work that has to be done around the house to ensure the safety of their unborn child.

You may be feeling overwhelmed with thoughts and emotions at either the 90-day or nine-month mark of your pregnancy. It is understandable since expecting a child and carrying one around are both heavy loads.

This is the reason we compiled the following renovations that should be completed in your house and lot Philippines before the arrival of a new baby for reasons of convenience, quietness, and general infant health and safety. Although this is not to imply that parents have to carry out all of these tasks, yet if they're scheduled, it's best to deal with them as quickly as possible.

8 Home Renovations to Complete Before Baby Arrives

Expecting a child may be thrilling, costly, and frustrating all at once. In just a few short months, you will see your baby's face and need to turn your whole house into a fortress for your newly-born child. Here are some house enhancements and a few tips to do before the baby comes, ranging from ideas for the nursery's interior design to suggestions for where to put the baby gears.

#1. Setting up the bedroom or a nursery room for your newborn baby.

Although many parents choose to have their infant sleep in a cot in their own bedroom for the first six months to ensure their child is getting enough rest instead of putting them in a baby's crib or a toddler bed, this is no excuse to put off decorating the baby's nursery or bedroom.

As exciting as it is to be first-time parents, projects like wall patching, painting, installing trim, and putting together furniture might be too noisy and dusty for a newborn. Putting off the project also means putting off the organization, which is essential in the care of infants.

New parents can easily design a nursery room for their baby if they have that extra room in their home. Gladly, you can now easily make an investment in a bigger home with Lumina Homes 3-bedroom units! These are affordable house and lot that ranges from townhouses, duplexes, and single firewall units. Select from our wide range of home designs like Angeli, Armina, and Athena.

#2. Upgrading your home appliances.

Don't put off replacing the outdated appliances until after the baby is born. Babies have a high clothing turnover because of the messes they make with their bowels and bladders. Bottle washing by hand might also get tedious after a while. It is also important to have baby-proof electrical outlets to keep your baby safe away from harm.

When exhausted new parents have to deal with a broken washing machine, dryer, or dishwasher, they may lose their minds. So make sure not to put off this task till later.

#3. Resurfacing your floor interiors.

Before your baby even begins to crawl, you'll want to make sure you have a safe, easy-to-clean surface prepared for them. Unfortunately, it's not a good idea to put off starting the project until after the baby is born.

To fully cure, most flooring refinishing treatments, especially hardwood, need days, during which time they off-gas significantly. Babies are especially vulnerable to these gases, so it's best for parents to have the work done before their little ones arrive. You can also take advantage of this time and start painting walls with new colors.

#4. Kitchen maintenance and fixes.

Babyproofing by installing safety locks on cabinets and appliances is only effective if the cupboards and appliances themselves are in excellent operating condition. Even if a baby won't be crawling for a few months, it's still important to fix any broken cabinet doors, rusted hinges, sharp corners, or other baby safety risks before the arrival of the new little one.

#5. Redesigning your toilet and bath.

The process of renovating a bathroom is noisy, time-consuming, and prone to problems. Babies can't wait for the remodeling job to be finished so they can take a bath. This is especially true in households with just one bathroom. Even though newborns are bathed in baby-friendly tubs, no one enjoys the hassle of filling and emptying them at the kitchen sink. You can also easily cover your baby's chest with a towel and wipe your baby's feet dry when you can move freely in your bathroom.

#6. Getting rid of molds in your home.

Mold may easily develop in damp, dark places like basements, bathrooms, and kitchens; that is why putting off mold cleanup until after the baby is born is not a good idea.

Although professionals are working to keep the spores under control, you shouldn't put yourself in danger. Baby immune systems are especially vulnerable to the effects of spores, which may trigger allergic responses and make breathing difficult. Staying at a hotel during the cleanup is recommended, not only for pregnant women but for anybody.

#7. Remedial work on the front door and entryways.

Parents-to-be often have an armful, including the baby, as they go to the car because of all the infant care necessities they've brought along. This is why door jams that make it difficult to open them one-handedly or shaky stairs that might cause falls should be fixed as soon as possible.

If left unchecked, even the smallest of problems may quickly become dangerous for a baby on the move or a tot learning to walk. Don't forget to include related maintenance, such as replacing broken pathway pavers and putting door knob covers for baby-proofing.

#8. Redesigning the outdoor area of your home.

Considering that fewer people would be bringing their families to parks and playgrounds when a new baby is born, it makes sense to finish any necessary outside repairs before the baby is born.

It's a good idea to replace a worn-out deck or patio and provide some overhead cover for the area. Infants may calm down more on the patio or deck, so making sure it's secure now will save you time and energy later. Babies' eyes are also very photosensitive so although you need to keep your baby warm, installing something that helps them protect from direct sunlight is ideal.

For first-time parents who are searching for an affordable house and lot for sale, Lumina Homes offer houses with bigger lots for a great outdoor space. We also have greener spaces in the community, as well as child-friendly amenities such as mini gardens and playgrounds for kids.

In addition to this, Lumina Homes is has safety gates surrounded by a perimeter fence, providing a safe neighborhood to its future residents and current homeowners. Moreover, we also have 24/7 security and CCTV cameras installed around the subdivision for the added security of the residents.

So make sure to visit the nearest Lumina Homes community in your area today and make a kid-friendly home investment for your baby's future!