The Benefits of Baby Black Out Blinds

Baby naps are, by far one of the most talked topics among new mommies. We all want our babies and toddlers to take longer, more restorative naps so that they can be in a good mood and have enough energy throughout the day. Although your little one will have their own pattern of sleeping and waking, installing a blackout blind in your baby’s nursery room can encourage them to get the rest they need. A blackout blind does exactly what it says on the label – it blocks out the light. But did you know that blinds can offer some other great benefits too?

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Keep the Room Dark

This breaks one of the most common baby sleep myths – that your baby should sleep in a light room during the day so that they know it isn’t night time. Actually, day time and night time mean very little to your baby. In fact, babies find the dark extremely comforting so it will be a lot easier to settle a baby for sleep in a dark room (they’ll also stay asleep longer). As soon as babies are over two months old, darkness promotes the release of melatonin – a hormone fundamental for regulating sleep-wake cycles. You can clearly separate day and night sleep by regulating their circadian system – wake them up at the same time each morning and establish consistent bedtime at night. This will greatly reduce the number of times you need to wake up in the night to breastfeed or bottle-feed your baby.

Once your baby becomes more social (which happens approximately 6 weeks after birth, when they start smiling at you) it may be difficult for them to sleep in a light room. There will be so many interesting things to observe, especially if you are like most parents who want their baby nursery to be inviting and comfortable and you’ve decorated it with the cutest furniture. That’s why darkening the place with baby blackout blinds can be very beneficial for day time naps – plus, it will also keep your child from waking up early in the morning.

When investing in baby blackout blinds, the most important thing is to check the quality of the material they are made from and the ease of installation. It’s important that the material provides complete blackout protection. Some models come with kits that already include everything you need to apply the blinds. Good options are ones that don’t require any hamming. These models have removable frame fasteners and velcro friendly backing, meaning you only need to apply frame fasteners to the window frames correctly and press the blind against the fasteners. You can also customize the blind and cut to the size you need. Some options are great for travelling – they are made from a lightweight material and can be hung via suction cups so that you can create a snoozy sleep environment for your little one.

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Control the Temperature

The blackout blinds’ backing helps in regulating the temperature in the baby’s room. It can stop drafts in the winter and block the sun and heat in the summer. Note that babies can lose body heat much faster than adults, and sleeping under heavy blankets is unsafe for them.

Excess heat is also a concern when it comes to baby’s sleep. The ideal room temperature for infants ranges from 16 to 20 (degrees Celsius) which is often hard to maintain during the hot summer months when sunlight streams through your windows for hours. In addition, the material baby’s clothes are made from can make a big difference when it comes to their comfort and keeping their body’s temperature stable.

Block Outside Noise

Although children can sleep with some noise, it’s better that noise levels are kept consistent. A sudden loud noise can easily wake up your little one. In case that street noise keeps you or your baby awake all night, then baby blinds can block some of the noises that come through closed windows. They’re excellent sound insulators, and although you may still hear cars passing by, your baby will certainly sleep better.

Give You Privacy

Privacy is an amazing benefit that comes from owning blackout blinds for baby room. It’s not only perfect for your baby’s room, but you can install them in any room in your house. They will stop the light from entering your room, but they will also stop people from outside seeing the lights and everything else that’s going on inside your house.

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Protect Furniture from Fading

Lastly, blinds for baby room will save your furniture from fading. They block the sun’s UV rays preventing the sunlight from fading the colours of soft furnishings, paint and wood. You’ve invested so much time, energy and money to plan and set everything out and you’ll want your baby’s room furniture to last for many more years to come. Rest assured that blackout blinds will significantly help in that.

As you know, your child’s body and mind are still growing and developing, so blackout blinds are a great addition to your nursery room – they’ll help your child fall asleep quicker and stay asleep for longer. With that said, what’s not to love about them?