(Part 3) Best furniture for kids according to redditors

I made this. The dimensions aren’t perfect but might help see a different way. https://imgur.com/a/XHTquaV so just some thoughts. Move things up walls for space. The glass enclosed dresser doesn’t look easily used. Move the desk over into the corner and move the tall dresser were the glass front one is. The chest and case on it are rough and not very functional. I’d get them out at least while figuring everything out. If you can add shelves or cubes above your side table that would add space. They would need to be screwed in. If you can’t then skip that. Hanging laundry baskets or use a shelf with a couple storage bins to toss laundry in. Depending on measurements possibly something like this on the glass front furniture. C&AHOME Cube Storage Organizer, 8- Cube DIY Plastic Closet Cabinet, Modular Book Shelf Organizer Units, Storage Shelving Ideal for Bedroom Living Room Office with Doors, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XFHW6LK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_fX7RDbR8FS51M shelves with storage cubes, containers or such is another option. Add shelves above the desk. Again bins, tubs, cubes even paper organizers can be used. Dollar stores can give extra options. Don’t consider things exclusive. I needed a closed container to hold chopsticks. I bought a pasta container. Think about how to move things up. Think about how you like things for ease. I like doors but for example some cubes come with or without drawers. Under the bed- I’d consider it storage. It doesn’t look convenient day to day. Under there you want to put this. DampRid FG60FS Moisture Absorber, Fresh Scent, 10.5-Ounce, 2-Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CBLW1MQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_L37RDb41XX5VS put reminders in your phone and empty it every few days until you know how much water it absorbs. You replace the crystals every so often. Keep it away from pets. Damp rid will grab tons of moisture but while you’re checking everything out make sure you don’t see signs of a pipe leak. Mold, soft walls, moisture and bad smells pay attention to. Other type cube options but not this brand ClosetMaid 8937 Cubeicals Organizer, 9-Cube, Espresso https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001UU0NJW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_G87RDbVTHK1NV

Whitmor Storage Cubes - Stackable Interlocking Wire Shelves - Black (Set of 6) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007ELALZC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_Y77RDbMDF1414

There’s also things like this if you have space. SIMPDIY Portable Shoe Rack Storage Organizer Shoe Box Storage System with Doors, Shoes,Accessories - Black (2x6 with Boots Cube 93x126x108cm/37x15x50In) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PZ6K548/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_3-7RDbVY3FSB5

Don’t forget what you choose should work for you. So even something like kids toy storage might work better for some. Like this. Tot Tutors WO498 Elements Collection Wood Toy Storage Organizer, X-Large, Grey/Blue/Green/Yellow https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07638ZJQY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_.b8RDb5P0ZMB6 or this Delta Children Deluxe Multi-Bin Toy Organizer with Storage Bins , Grey/Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074PY2ZGS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_Gc8RDb9CTVC9T there’s stuff like this. LANMOK 3pcs Hanging Mesh Storage Basket Foldable Space Saving Toy Organizer with 3pcs S Hooks for Kids Room Bathroom Wall Balcony Wardrobe https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H9VBKW6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_yd8RDbW8NAFWA


Basically storage needs to go up. Bed drawers don’t work in large rooms so use for storage. Put damp rid out. Make sure no leaks. For me the idea is enclosed. Choose what works for you. Don’t forget if the idea of doors on storage cubes don’t work for you that you can use a curtain to cover it if you don’t want others to see. The idea is finding what works for you. If you move things and have a wall space open buy taller items. I’ve been redoing a smaller space so feel free to ask if you need some other suggestions.

Edit another idea is move that wood dresser to the window like in diagram, glass one next to it and cubes where the wood one is now.

So for the new rules...

The crib and dresser are from rooms to go. https://www2.roomstogo.com/furniture/product/montana-driftwood-4-pc-nursery/3911904p The rug is from Wayfair. I didn't login so I don't have a link.

Everything else purchased on Amazon except for the rocker, I've had it for awhile, got it second hand. And the shadow box and block on the dresser, which my step mom made. His namesake (Tessla) is the POP figure in the shadow box.

The lion king set is Simba's wild adventure.

Album http://imgur.com/gallery/Di56qvL

Amazon stuff

https://www.amazon.com/Disney-Adventure-Nursery-Appliqued-Comforter/dp/B00NJPTY4Q/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=simba+wild+adventure&qid=1559339530&s=gateway&sprefix=Simba+wild&sr=8-1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07P85Q8YL?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XGSH6WW?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

Number 1 tip for your issue of not being able to get it out without forcing, is to get a low stool to put your feet on while on the toilet. It better alignes your colon and will make it “flow out” here is a link to the one I bought off of amazon: foldable stool

Yep! We have this and rotate the ones that we keep out. Has made a huge difference in clutter.

https://www.amazon.com/Soothing-Company-Stuffed-Animal-Chair/dp/B074BH6RWR/ref=sr_1_29?crid=2NCYSE5IQSR5W&keywords=bean+bag+stuffed+animal+storage&qid=1549648120&s=Home+%26+Kitchen&sprefix=bean+bag+st%2Cgarden%2C163&sr=1-29

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Yeah, try a pre-assembled metal bed frame to make a second floor. Plywood sheeting from Home Depot can go on top of the bed frame to make a living surface (though you'll have to replace it periodically as they chew), or you can use sheet metal and put natural fiber rugs or fleece blankets over that (if you use blankets, binder-clip the edges so they don't shift around). You can color coordinate the blankets with some other items to make it look really nice.

Low https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CVQXC66/

Taller https://www.amazon.com/Olee-Sleep-Heavy-Non-slip-Support/dp/B01M2D8ALO/

Extra tall https://www.amazon.com/Junior-Metal-Loft-Bed-Silver/dp/B01LZG46XP/

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For decoration ideas, here's some carrot wall decals: https://www.etsy.com/listing/398663849/

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You can put in some wall shelves to hold items like brushes, spare blankets, treat bags, etc. out of their reach

https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/30178704/

Or use metal cabinets, such as this:

https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/30396429/

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Many people seem to like these cat litterbox tables/benches to enclose the litterbox and store supplies:

https://www.wayfair.com/pet/pdp/archie-oscar-alfonso-kitty-litter-box-aosc1035.html?piid=30960015

Your buns will be able to chew them, but if this is a concern you can hack one with an ikea metal locker like this:

https://www.ikeahackers.net/2009/07/ikea-ps-locker-into-litter-box.html

I would totally go for a few bean bags for your reading area. I know they are a bit more expensive than some bean bags, but I have 3 in my classroom and they are jumped on constantly and have been thrown up on more than once. The material is thick and sturdy. There is a double locked zipper so the kids can't open it. And they are double stitched. They are durable.

Not exactly the same as the shelves in the photo but I bought these off of Amazon.

Depending on what you're using them for, but the shelves are actually wide enough to hold something more substantial than books or little decorative trinkets. For example - I use mine to hold my record player and receiver.

Acko White 18 Inches Non Slip Folding Step Stool for Kids and Adults with Handle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XCBM7WD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_5TnXCbNGZ2NWT

We had the same problem and we use this one in addition to one of those extenders for the faucet that brings the water stream closer for children. This step stool collapses for easy storage and it's even sturdy enough that my 22 month old can safely climb it and get to the sink herself and the stool doesn't even move a mm as she climbs.

Look at toddler stools. Some of them are in that height range.

Edit: Boom! Here ya go.

Very cute space! Love the wall color. I realize I went a little overboard. But I'm stuck under a sleeping baby and this was fun! :)

If it were my space: Twin bed along on wall with large window, pillows arranged as daybed. Dresser on tall wall. In front of that a low table/kids table. Fun rug underneath to create the feel of a separate space. 2 high Cube shelving unit in between sitting/table space and rest of the playroom. Cube units allow for access on both sides. TV mounted up in corner of the tall walls. Triangle flags draped across the ceiling over sitting bed/table section

Cube Units: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07M9Z9RD5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_flCYDbDJ7DFHW

Foldable Storage Cubes: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076X3XPFP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_kwCYDb906R4ZJ

Triangle flags:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FMM9QDF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_CSBYDbGEJNE63

Window sections become desk unit, toy storage, or dress-up space.

Kids desk: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071H85712/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8qCYDbY8NF55K

Toy storage or dress-up storage
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078YKGV5C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_obBYDbZWKYHSV

Umbrella hooks for dress-up space
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KS3CEKW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ejBYDbQFMWTJY

Circle mirrors for dress up space
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076V48V25/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8oBYDb086GCZZ

Rest of playroom open space. Toy storage/toy kitchen/playhouse along tall wall

We have a table and four chairs from Tot Tutors . We’ve had it for almost a year and it holds up well.

I've had similar issues and at about the same age, At age 3+ it starts to get um kind of difficult having an extra person in bed with you.

We ended up having them get their kiddie folding couch/bed thingy like this and when they'd come into the room to sleep they'd be asked to go back and grab their couch & pillow/blanket from their room (or it was already in there) and they'd sleep on that. it doesn't help if you were hoping to get some "alone time" but at least youre not cramming another body into your bed making you sweaty and having feet in your back while fighting to keep yourself from falling to the floor.

When she's with me, my 6 year old daughter still sneaks in sometimes for snuggles after official bedtime for snuggles, but at this point she gets 10 mins then I walk her back to bed and give her a kiss goodnight.

If you're

getting blank T-shirts buy a variety from Amazon, you'll find a much better variety than at stores and once you find on that fits they'll have better variety. Also they have a generous return policy. This especially helpful if you're big(muscular or fat) and short I have a hard time finding shirts that fit me in the shoulder but aren't too long. Also at least for men's clothing I've never bought the kids version of anything but belts since the fit is always terrible.

Also grab one of those plastic folding step stools they're perfect for getting that extra 6-12in but are actually quick enough to setup that you'll actually use them.

Also If your buying boots you can watch online manufacturers for clearance they have periodically for their biggest and smallest shoe sizes.

Car LPT buy japanese, they're made for shorter people.

My secret for jumping more higher is big quads.

LUCID 4 Inch Folding Mattress and Sofa with Removable Indoor / Outdoor Fabric Cover - Twin XL Size https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M3U32IA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_DlLMzbH4BXYM0

This thing.

There are cheaper stools but I got this guy off Amazon and it is extremely sturdy and well made. Used it to get into my tall bed after a recent surgery when climbing up that high (okay, it's not THAT high but I'm short) was difficult. Kept it after I was feeling better because it's just convenient.

There is also a 2 cube version. Way Basics 2-Shelf Vinyl Record Storage Cube.

If you are planing on more than 2 cubes, I suspect that a 2x2 or larger unit will be more sturdy.

Target makes a Kallax clone Threshold by Target if you are not near an Ikea. Also Walmart Better Homes & Gardens and Wayfair Closet Maid.

I prefer open top crates that are easy to flip through.

We use a truck bed tent too. Check this out.

It's a mattress that folds into a couch that will fit in the back of your truck bed.

We're waiting to buy this as soon as our inflatable mattress gets a hole.


Lucid 4" Folding Mattress & Sofa with Removable Indoor/Outdoor Fabric Cover, Full https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M4NBILW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_9qDFDbANANNXD

Here's the rest of the pictures 😁😁

https://imgur.com/gallery/Q03hZZk

Top Five

In the living room

Graco SnugRide Click Connect 30 Travel System
Graco SnugRide Click Connect 30 travel system

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Graco-FastAction-Fold-Click-Connect-Travel-System-Bennett/374308673?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&adid=22222222228237510206&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=283899052272&wl4=aud-566049426705:pla-539613311477&wl5=9003876&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=online&wl12=374308673&wl13=&veh=sem&gclid=Cj0KCQjw1pblBRDSARIsACfUG10R9JBufXv4b1xe6xeFntXyvAzYwQKzGB07mpet7ccLlbFaEL0MxMIaA

(We'll probably have the stroller in the car most of the time)


Evenflo Versatile Play Space, Cool Gray

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072LTSWND/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_2zNPCb6QQMGHB

(Usually comes with a sixth panel, but we wanted to save space until we needed to add it)

Our room sharing set up

Bassinet was handed down to us all put together, and I can't find a link sorry!

Night Lights for Kids, VAVA Baby Night Light, Bedside Lamp for Breastfeeding, ABS+PC, Touch Control, Timer Setting-Pink

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HSTL75K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_MCNPCbBNG4FR6

(Not pictured)


Ubbi Money Saving, No Special Bag Required, Steel Odor Locking Diaper Pail, Gray

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00821FLSU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_byNPCbWY1Z2F8


Honeywell Mistmate Ultrasonic humidifier

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Honeywell-Mistmate-Ultrasonic-Humidifier-HUL520B-Black/37690122?wmlspartner=wlpa&adid=22222222228027316373&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=43910449232&wl4=aud-566049426705:pla-84286515392&wl5=9003876&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=online&wl12=37690122&wl13=&veh=sem&gclid=Cj0KCQjw1pblBRDSARIsACfUG12UXQFyrKBbTM4Eq7IlBEg7IxwOorzgvPuFbH8x7isxW8BIMyNhJ_QaAk4HEALw_wcB


Munchkin Laundry Hamper with Lid, Grey

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077PTSZVK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_6hPPCb84MDT0G


Super Strong Folding Step Stool - 11" Height - Holds up to 300 Lb - The lightweight foldable step stool is sturdy enough to support adults & safe enough for kids. Skid resistant and open with one flip

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LZ0VCQD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_TINPCbBERP8HJ


Her side in my closet


South Shore Litte Smiley's Changing Table, Chocolate

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BFJ9S1C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_JANPCbP4FX2PG


GAGAKU Baby Diaper Caddy Organizer - Baby Shower Basket Portable Nursery Storage Bin Car Storage Basket for Wipes Toys Tote Bag

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DBXH1BP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_3MNPCbDNHVK1V


Munchkin Warm Glow Wipe Warmer

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CNOIQ2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_LJNPCbGX20KF4


mDesign Soft Fabric Dresser Drawer and Closet Storage Organizer Set for Child/Kids Room, Nursery, Playroom, Bedroom - Rectangular Organizer Bins with Textured Print - Set of 4 - Linen/Tan

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071P9GPV4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_czNPCbQ2QWJHZ

mDesign Soft Fabric Dresser Drawer and Closet Storage Organizer, 8 Section Divided Bin for Child/Kids Room, Nursery, Playroom, Bedroom - Textured Print with Solid Trim, 3 Pack - Gray

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06ZYC4439/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_MNNPCbH4F8YGB


Modish Labels Baby Nursery Closet Dividers, Closet Organizers, Nursery Decor, Baby Girl, Deer, Floral Antlers, Flowers, Woodland

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06WLQ8B5C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_nBNPCbR1DRJ22


AmazonBasics Kids Velvet Hangers - 30-Pack, Pink Polka Dot

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FXNAD6U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.HNPCbRTDQ9P5


For the kitchen

Philips AVENT Microwave Steam Sterilizer

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007VBXKG2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_mMNPCbGSZ1NJY


Boon Bundle Feeding Set

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KGPWGZJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_fQNPCbJJKFAD7


Gourmia Jr. Single Baby Bottle Sterilizer and Warmer, Digital Display, Dishwasher-Safe Removable Parts, JBW150, ETL-Certified

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JZ991WH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_TQNPCbAMJZFRJ

Not Pictured items

Rustic Wood Frame Gray Felt Letter Board 10x10 inches. 440 White & Gold Letters, Months & Days Cursive Words, Additional Symbols & Emojis, 2 Letter Bags, Scissors, Vintage Stand. by whoaon

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CKT6S6G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_qRNPCbYJZKZF8



Fisher-Price Auto Rock 'n Play Sleeper, Aqua Stone

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Fisher-Price-Auto-Rock-n-Play-Sleeper-Aqua-Stone/39577511?wmlspartner=wlpa&adid=22222222228031612947&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=55217708312&wl4=pla-113855432192&wl5=9003876&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=online&wl12=39577511&wl13=&veh=sem&gclid=Cj0KCQjw1pblBRDSARIsACfUG10bahlDvXNs66-ReAkUjjQSfucHTHxORdYUyZ92T0oddQGzOtGb360aAoXjEALw_wcB


Fisher-Price Bath Tub, Rainforest Friends

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BUO464Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_txPPCb7ZEHWCC