Why Blackout Roller Shades Are Perfect for Your Nursery

Are you a proud new parent, or do you have a little one on the way? Your baby’s nursery should be an environment where your bundle of joy can enjoy the refreshing rest they need to thrive — and where they can nap in peace so Mom and Dad can get a little break. One way to promote healthy rest for your baby is by choosing the right window coverings for the nursery. Let’s talk about how blackout roller shades in Dallas may be the perfect way to help your little one get plenty of healthy, sound sleep.

Busting Baby Sleep Myths

Some parents have become victims of popular myths about sleep for babies. These mistaken ideas have caused them to choose very thin, translucent coverings for their nursery windows that let in a lot of light. Let’s take a moment to dispel a couple of these myths:

Myth #1: If babies sleep in a light room during the day, it will be easier for them to learn the difference between night and day. The truth is that night and day don’t mean much at all to infants. Giving them consistent naptimes and a regular bedtime will do more to help their body adopt a healthy circadian rhythm than placing them in a light room during their daytime naps. In fact, it is actually better for a baby to nap in a dark room. Dark environments promote sleep in humans of almost all ages by encouraging melatonin production. Melatonin is one of the body’s primary sleep-promoting hormones.

Myth #2: Babies are afraid of the dark. Babies have no reason to be afraid of a dark environment. Fear of the dark being afraid of the dark is a behavior learned from experience. A newborn’s primary experience relates to the womb, which is extremely dark. Therefore, putting your child to sleep in a dark room can be a great comfort to them.

Why Choose Roller Shades for Your Nursery?

Roller shades are simple, custom-cut window coverings that fit precisely within a window’s frame. They’re available in a broad range of opacities, but the best option for your nursery are blackout roller shades; they can prevent 99 percent of outside light from sneaking through the windows and disrupting your baby’s sleep. To add a bit more depth to the room’s décor, and to block out any last vestiges of light that might creep in, you can layer the roller shades with a custom drapery in Dallas.

Another thing to love about roller shades is that they are timeless. As your child grows, you will not need to worry about replacing the roller shades with something that is more suitable for a preteen or teenager.

Are you trying to design the perfect nursery for your little one? Consider using blackout roller shades to create a comfortable, restful environment.

About the Author

Rita Tayefeh is an interior design expert who specializes in creating custom window coverings for homes and businesses throughout the Dallas area. If you would like her to help you put together the perfect nursery for your family’s newest addition, contact her today at 214-533-0843.