6 clever IKEA hacks for babies
Asa parent of a baby, you’re often faced with the challenge of furnishing the nursery in a way that’s both practical and stylish. IKEA offers a wide range of Scandinavian furniture and accessories at affordable prices, which are perfect for clever hacks and personalised customisations. With just a little creativity, simple IKEA products can be transformed into functional and attractive baby accessories.
Here are our six clever IKEA hacks that are sure to make life with your baby easier :
1. Nappy storage using the IKEA RASKOG
The IKEA RASKOG trolley is a real all-rounder and, thanks to its castors, can be used flexibly in any room in the house – perfect for ensuring you’re always well-equipped, no matter where you want to change your baby. The RASKOG trolley is particularly well-suited for use in the nursery, next to the changing table. With its three spacious shelves, it offers plenty of room for nappies, wet wipes, creams and other nappy-changing essentials.
The top shelf can be used for nappies and wet wipes, whilst the middle shelf is ideal for creams and a change of clothes. The bottom shelf is perfect for bulk packs and larger baby items.
Small baskets or boxes can help you organise the individual shelves. Labelling them means not only you, but other family members too, can quickly find everything they need. This makes nappy changing a breeze!
2. Changing table topper for IKEA chests of drawers
The IKEA HEMNES and MALM chests of drawers are timeless classics and are hugely popular in many households. But did you know that you can easily transform the chest of drawers into a practical and stylish changing table with a changing table topper?
Thanks to their height, these chests of drawers are ideal for ergonomic nappy changing, which is easier on your back and makes the process more comfortable. A soft, washable Changing pad provides extra comfort for your baby and makes cleaning up after nappy changes a breeze.
The spacious drawer in the IKEA changing tables offer plenty of room to neatly store all the nappy-changing essentials, such as nappies, creams and a change of clothes. The drawer can be organised perfectly using dividers or small boxes. We recommend placing frequently used items in the top drawer so they’re quickly to hand.
Safety is
,
of course, the top priority. Make sure the changing table topper is securely fixed in place and has raised sides to prevent your little one from rolling out. Also, always keep one hand on your baby when reaching for something – better safe than sorry!
3. More ‘ organisation ’ with IKEA baskets
In the hectic day-to-day life of a nursery, organisation is the key to keeping things running smoothly. IKEA baskets and boxes are not only practical storage solutions, but also stylish decorative elements for the room. With a wide range of sizes and materials, from sturdy plastic to natural rattan baskets, IKEA offers the right solution for every need and every interior style.
Placed on the changing table, small baskets ensure that nappies, wet wipes and care products are quickly to hand during nappy changes. Larger baskets fit perfectly into the drawer of the changing unit, helping to keep clothes, blankets and other essential baby items neatly organised. This keeps the nursery tidy and puts an end to the hassle of searching for things.
But IKEA baskets and boxes offer far more than just a clever storage solution for the nappy-changing area. They can also be used to store books, toys and other items in or on the cupboards.
4. Storage space for the STOKKE highchair
Do you have a STOKKE highchair at home? Then we’ve got the ultimate hack for you :
Give your STOKKE highchair a smart upgrade with the IKEA TROFAST box! This handy space-saver fits perfectly under the highchair and offers an ideal solution for storage baby bits and bobs. Whether it’s a small box for baby crockery and bibs or a larger one for stocks of baby food or toys – the TROFAST box keeps everything neatly organised.
Thanks to its sturdy construction, the box stays securely in place, even if your baby gets a bit restless in the highchair. So you can sit back, relax and focus entirely on eating or playing with your little one!
5. Footrest for IKEA ANTILOP highchair
Would you like to make your IKEA ANTILOP high chair even more comfortable? Then get yourself an footrest! With our footrest for the IKEA ANTILOP highchair, you can help your baby maintain the correct posture and ensure they sit even more comfortably whilst eating or playing. No more dangling legs!
Assembly is a breeze and requires no additional tools. Simply attach the footrest to the designated points on the high chair and your little one can enjoy the extra comfort straight away. The footrest is made from sturdy material and is easy to clean, so it can easily withstand the rigours of everyday life with a baby.
6. Learning to walk with the IKEA FLISAT stool
Ready for those first steps? The IKEA FLISAT stool isn’t just a practical piece of furniture – it’s also the perfect companion for your baby as they learn to walk! Its sturdy construction and optimal height provide the ideal support when standing up and taking those first wobbly steps.
Unlike a baby walker, your child doesn’t lean too far forwards and has to keep both hands on the stool for support – this promotes good posture and helps prevent potential postural problems.
To ensure the FLISAT stool glides smoothly across the floor, you can simply stick felt pads under the stool’s legs. These are widely available, whether in homeware shops, at IKEA or online.
For a bit of extra motivation, you can decorate the stool with cute stickers such as Olivia the Otter or Filippa the Fox. Not only do these make learning fun, but they also turn the stool into a decorative highlight in the nursery.