{"id":22387,"date":"2020-11-14T13:30:25","date_gmt":"2020-11-14T12:30:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/babywellnessfoundation.org\/segreti-nanna\/capitolo-5-i-luoghi-della-nanna\/"},"modified":"2025-08-06T16:15:46","modified_gmt":"2025-08-06T15:15:46","slug":"chapter-5-spaces-for-sleep","status":"publish","type":"segreti-nanna","link":"https:\/\/babywellnessfoundation.org\/en\/segreti-nanna\/chapter-5-spaces-for-sleep\/","title":{"rendered":"Chapter 5 \u2013 Spaces for Sleep"},"content":{"rendered":"

Even if the baby, in the first few months, sleeps in the same room as mom and dad, it is both right and important to start thinking about their own nursery. Defining and dedicating a space at home for the baby is a mental and emotional process that helps future parents open up to and welcome the child. Thinking about him or her\u2014what they will be like, how wonderful and magical it will be to have them\u2014becomes easier and more real when you begin to create a warm, beautiful, and safe nest for them.<\/p>\n

The first step is to assess your home’s layout: ideally, the baby\u2019s room should be near the parents\u2019 bedroom, to minimize the distance during nighttime awakenings, and close to the bathroom to simplify diaper changes and bath time. If possible, consider light exposure and noise levels\u2014it’s best to choose a bright room, away from streets and stairwells. Once the space is selected, think about dominant colors, especially on the walls, as some tones promote calm while others do the opposite. The baby\u2019s room should, above all, be a place of well-being<\/em> (17).<\/p>\n

According to feng shui<\/strong>, \u2014 an ancient Chinese art that studies the flow of energy in our living spaces to improve quality of life\u2014blue brings serenity, aids focus, and spreads positive energy. Yellow is the color of light and therefore represents health and well-being<\/em>. Orange conveys vitality, while red symbolizes luck. Other colors have different meanings: pink is calming, green represents physical and mental balance, and purple is the color of joy. To create a space that is both energizing and nurturing, feng shui recommends choosing colors based on the season the child was born to balance Yin and Yang energies. For example: Spring\/Summer births: white, light blue, or cream tones. Autumn\/Winter births: green, pink, or yellow tones.<\/p>\n

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Paint should also be selected with care. Look for paints with a low VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) content and prefer eco-friendly, water-based options. There are also \u201canti-smog\u201d antibacterial paints on the market that purify the air by eliminating harmful substances like mold, bacteria, and spores\u2014contributing to a healthier environment over time.<\/p>\n\t\t

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