How To Pull Off A Plant-Themed Nursery

One good thing about a plant-themed nursery is the chance to incorporate actual plants in your design, something you definitely wouldn't be able to do with an animal-themed nursery! Certain health conditions in children, such as asthma, have been connected to poor air quality within our homes, per a study published in the Environmental Health Perspectives. Photosynthesis, the process through which plants convert carbon dioxide into oxygen, is one obvious reason to use actual plants in your design. 

That being said, not all plants are safe to be placed within your child's space. It's crucial that you do your research into toxic plants that pose a danger to children, such as azalea, chrysanthemums, and poinsettias, to weed out what is safe to be used, according to Healthline. Some plants you can consider are bamboo plant, spider plant, Ficus tree, and areca (via Healthline).

Once you've selected your plants, it might be wise to exercise restraint. You're going to need space for all of your newborn's things, so make sure you don't overcrowd your nursery with greenery, per We The Parents. Your baby is also going to be crawling and moving about soon, so it might do you well to avoid plant stands, and arrange potted plants on a dresser, advises We The Parents.