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Welcome to the Jungle

Okay, so I’ve been thinking (obsessing) about the baby room already. I’m sure you’re not surprised, as I’m totally type A, but now that I’ve organized my thoughts/inspiration, I don’t know if I’ll be able to decide! I’ve created this ‘gender neutral’ board with a jungle animal theme, but I’ve also got boards ready for a forest animal themed room, a baby girl rainbow room (aka no theme), a mermaid room, and a Where the Wild Things Are, typical boy, themed room. Oh how I love themes. I really want the baby room to be bright and fun and whimsical. After all, this little person will only be little for a while. I’m sure I’ll blink and they’ll be rolling their eyes, listening to music, and tuning me out. I say, play up this part of life, right?

All of the boards have a) storage, b) crib sheets, c) a cute humidifier, d) a mobile, and e) art. I tried to work in lighting here and there too. Regardless of what theme we choose, I definitely want to have plenty of room for books.  I’m going to try and get my husband and his best friend to make the little one something similar to this.
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I’m sure the hubby will have the final say on the theme, but here are my boards for your viewing pleasure. Only 3 more weeks until we *might* be able to tell the gender! Woot Woot! I can’t wait, let’s hope baby Belcher cooperates. Here’s the jungle themed board to get us started.
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Animal Bins, World Map, Jungle Animal Sheets, Elephant Sheets, Giraffe and Blanket combo, Elephant Play Rug, Elephant Humidifier, Striped Pillow, Giraffe Print, Giraffe Pillow, Elephant Lamp, Jungle Animal Mobile, Lion Rocker

Is it wrong for your baby to match their room? I hope not, because I am loving this set!
Giraffe Organic Bodysuit Short or Long Sleeve in Orange Spots with Handmade Organic Baby Shoes- Gift for  0 3  6 12 18 months- Baby Clothes Next week I'll show y'all the plans for the baby boy room!  Have a great weekend!
-Shantel

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  1. Thanks for adding my giraffe pillow!!!

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  2. I'm sorry I just now discovered comments! I love that pillow! So cute

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