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What Sets Milk Street Apart- Construction & Finishing

As a quality baby furniture company, Milk Street is on a mission to create the best work possible. Quality is always top of mind and the most important consideration. While perfecting their craft, Milk Street has come up with new ways to create beautiful projects consistently.

Milk Street prides themselves on adding a cedar panel under the bottom drawer of every dresser, chest and nightstand.

Even though cedar is a soft wood, its durability, affordability, beautiful colors and natural resistance to rot and decay make it a prime candidate for fine furniture. It resists changes in temperature and moisture, making it less prone to expanding or contracting. 

Cedar is prized for:

-It’s natural ability to repel microbes and other pests that are unseen by the naked eye. 

-It has a fresh aroma; keeps clothes smelling fresh without the use of unnecessary, potentially harmful sprays, sachets or fresheners, many of which are not sage to use around small children. 

-It has natural dehumidifying properties, it removes moisture from the air; keeping your clothes free from developing mildew. 

-Cedar is durable, it can withstand many conditions. 

-Also, cedar is sound resistant! It is a porous wood, which gives it the ability to absorb noise.

Cedar is a stable and strong wood. It’s the natural oils in cedar wood that provide its scent. The oils help preserve the wood and they repel insects and the growth of fungus. This is why you can be safe from concern when storing cloth heirlooms and linens in cedar chests. They store safely with cedar to protect them. 

FACT: Modern science confirms that cedar is an antifungal agent,

unequalled in the natural world (it is also a potent antibacterial and

antioxidant.) Red Cedar is rich in the same antioxidants that give green

tea its good name. Cedar wood has been used for treating fevers, sore

throats, coughs, colds, bronchitis, pneumonia, and fungal skin infections.

FACT: Alexander the Great used cedar wood to build his naval ships simply

because this particular wood was notorious for having magical properties.

 FACT: Natives knew that fallen cedars could rest upon the forest floor

for generations without rotting, a property they attributed to its spiritual nature.

Milk Street is on a mission to create beautiful nursery furniture that doesn’t sacrifice safety for design. Milk Street strives to design truly transitional baby furniture that can transcend the age old design boundaries. Their furniture can be traditional, modern, casual or contemporary. They blur the lines, giving you the ultimate freedom to design the nursery of your dreams.

With love,

Kate Emoji

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Greenguard Gold Finishes

Greenguard Gold Finish might not be something that pops into your head frequently, but at Milk Street Baby it is what we craft our finishes around. 

If you are unsure what Greenguard Gold Finish means, a quick google search will show, “When a finish bears Greenguard certification, it meets strict chemical emissions limits and has been tested for more than 10,000 chemicals. Greenguard certifications indicate that a product is safe for indoor use” (Spruce.com). 

Did you know that the air indoors is two to five times more polluted than outside air? This is a major issue, since the average person spends 85% of their time indoors. Poor indoor air can make an impact on your baby’s health. 

According to the Greenguard Environmental Institute, airborne chemicals from furniture, building materials, and mold dirty up the atmosphere, and poor ventilation adds to the problem.

The idea is to produce healthier interiors free from harmful emissions. Companies that have Greenguard certification can claim greater credibility when they make sustainability claims.

To achieve this certification, products must meet field-validated and performance-based standards, and for products and materials to qualify, they must demonstrate the use of low chemical and particle emissions for indoor use—but that is not enough. To maintain Greenguard certification, all products are then required to be tested annually for more than 10,000 individual volatile organic compounds, or VOCs.The certification process is not just for furniture and other interior products. Architects, builders, designers, and specifiers identify products and materials that must also meet stringent standards for chemical emissions when looking for a Greenguard certification logo.

More than 200 manufacturers voluntarily participate in the program, and more than 200,000 products are represented in the Greenguard program. All the products are tested in a regulated dynamic environmental chamber that’s temperature- and humidity-controlled. The products sit in these chambers anywhere from one day to two weeks to determine how many chemicals are gassed off.

Milk Street prides themselves on finishing.  

We believe in open communication and transparency with regards to our materials and finishes. We strive to educate new parents about specific details of finishing, test results, and the chemical contents of our coatings, metal parts, and even our packaging. Each finish we use is Greenguard Gold Certified. Our pigments and top coats have been developed exclusively for Milk Street by the incredible team of artists and color specialists at AkzoNobel. All our finishes have minimum phthalates and a low VOC. Even on our imported products, we meet the EPA guidelines for emissions. 

Get your baby furniture that you can trust. 

Hope you enjoyed reading! Comment down below any questions you have regarding Greenguard Gold Finishes, or our process! 

Love,

Milk Street

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Your Baby Registry Must-Haves

Building a baby registry is serious business. Alot goes into taking care of a baby and it can be difficult to navigate all the options out there in terms of baby gear, clothing, and essentials. Expectant mamas want to be prepared but are often left wondering if they have everything they need on their baby registry.

I vividly remember how I felt the first time I walked into a big box baby store to build my registry. I had my registry gun in hand, and had ZERO idea what I was doing. I ended up having to leave the store and go home to do research before I could make any decisions.

I am here to make sure that doesn’t happen to you! I have built the ultimate baby registry checklist. Plus, I’ve done a ton of research on the easiest ways to build your baby registry as well!

If you have not already started your baby registry, you can do so TODAY at many stories! Basically any store that sells baby items. I have noticed that Amazon & Walmart have THE largest selection of baby items and their online system makes it easy to build and manage your registry. Plus, they have great tools to help you make sure you have all the essentials added to your list. 

 Let’s jump into the essential items needed to build your baby registry!

 Baby Clothes

This is probably the thing I was most excited about buying when I first found out I was pregnant! But it was probably also the area I went most overboard in. When it comes to a newborn, they do not need much in terms of clothing. Sleepers are the most used item (and always go with zip up options, buttons are a pain!). 

I suggest having 6 onesies, 6 pants, 6 shirts, socks, hats and mittens on hand. Of course, if you live somewhere colder, you may need more weather appropriate clothing.  Having various sizes on hand is wise as well. Most babies move out of the Newborn size clothing quickly.

 I like to have clothing up to 6 month on hand when bringing home baby. My son was in 6 month clothing by the time he was 3 months!

 Baby Sleep

Prepping to help your baby get the best sleep possible is vital for parents to get the best sleep possible.

First off, you will obviously need a crib (Milk Street has tons of incredible options). Next, you will need a safe mattress for baby. In order to reduce the risk of SIDS, your baby’s mattress will need to be firm. 

You will need 1-2 waterproof mattress covers as well as 3-4 sets of crib sheets.

When it comes to baby monitors, I cannot recommend the Owlet Baby Sock ENOUGH! The Owlet baby sock tracks your baby’s oxygen levels and heart beat and alerts you if something is wrong. Talk about peace of mind! Owlet also has a great baby camera that streams right to your phone. There are also other amazing options for monitoring systems! Feel free to do your own research to find what works best for you and baby. 

 To help baby sleep for longer stretches, a good swaddle and sound machine are key. A sound machine will mimic the noise your baby heard in the womb and will also help drown out any noises throughout the house that may wake your baby. 

Baby Gear

Some of the largest expenses when preparing for a baby come from baby gear. When it comes to selecting what you will splurge and what you will save on, I suggest always going for the best car seat you can afford to keep baby safe.

 A crib may be another large expense, but if you select one that converts to a toddler bed and eventually to a full size bed, you will save money in the long run! The bed you purchase could be used for the next 18 years!

 As for a high chair, there are alot of great options out there, but you want to select the one that works best for your home set up. 

 A good stroller is also key. There are so many options available, so it’s best to choose what fits your lifestyle. 

 Speaking from experience, I spent ALOT of time in a rocking chair those first few months nursing baby and putting them to sleep. A good glider that is comfortable for both mom and dad is a must-have.

One of the most used items in our day-to-day life aside from the ones I’ve already mentioned is a baby carrier. 

 Feeding

Aside from the high chair, baby will need bottles, spoons, forks and bows, I have both the Como Tomo Bottles and the Dr. Browns Options Bottles.  You will want to register for a variety of nipple flows (slow, medium and fast). There are a few cleaning items to register for as well: bottle brushes, drying rack, and sanitizing bags. While it may be a few months before baby uses them, register for sippy cups as well.

 Don’t forget the burp clothes and bibs! I always recommend going with silicone bibs and they are easy to clean and don’t hold stains like a cotton bib would.

If you plan to make your own baby food, you will want to register for a baby food maker. I highly suggest the Baeba Baby food maker. It allows you to steam, puree, and heat all in one machine!

Breastfeeding

If you plan to breastfeed, there are so essential items you will need. First off, a great breast pump is key. I recommend the Medela Pump In Style Double Electric Pump. If you have not already, reach out to your insurance company about getting a free breast pump. In my experience, my insurance company has instructed me to purchase the pump and send in a receipt for a refund.

You will also need milk storage bags, nipple cream (you WILL have pain in those first few days), a breastfeeding pillow, nursing bras, and a breastfeeding cover if you choose to use one while feeding in public.

Diapering

Creating a diaper stockpile prior to baby arriving will ensure you are not left running out to the store in the middle of the night for a diaper run. You will want to have plenty of wipes and diaper rash cream on hand as well. When it comes to a diaper pail, go with the best! The last thing you want is your house smelling like a dirty diaper. I recommend the Playtex Diaper Pail (the awards this product has received speak for the quality!). Be sure you register for refill bags as well!

Medical Supplies

While I hope and pray for baby to never be anything but healthy, you will want to have some supplies on your registry in case they do get sick. A good thermometer, nasal aspirator (nothing beats the Nose Frida), and humidifier are the basics and you can add more items if you’d like to give you peace of mind. I always like to suggest having some gas relief items as well, like the Windi.

Bathing Baby

You will want to register for a few essentials for baby bathing. A baby bath tub, spout cover, hooded towels, wash cloths and gentle baby soap and shampoo. Be sure to get some bath toys too to make bath time fun! You can also register for a water thermometer to ensure the water is not too hot for baby. 

Baby Proofing

While it may be hard to imagine that the little baby in your tummy is going to be crawling around your home and getting into just about everything, it will be happening before you know it! Baby proofing essentials to add to your registry include: baby gates, pinch guards, outlet covers, anti-tip hardware for tv’s and furniture, knob covers and cabinet locks.

Hope you enjoyed reading! 

Be sure to leave some of your must-have items down below! 

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The Wallpaper Comeback: The HOT design solution to your Custom Nursery

This wallpaper print is a sure win for future fans of a Galaxy far far away.

Thinking of wallpaper for your nursery? Yes! We LOVE wallpaper in the nursery! Wallpaper is one of the hottest nursery design trends of 2020! Wallpaper makes a statement and pulls together a nursery to create a special place for your special baby. Let us help guide you on your wallpaper journey! 

First, where did wallpaper come from? 

The ancient Egyptians, around 4000 BC were the first to use “wallpaper” by covering their walls with papyrus leaves (this nature-inspired theme is very on trend for 2020). However, true “wallpaper” began in ancient China with the use of rice paper around 200BC (we love organic and sustainable wallpaper!).

Next, what are the types of wallpaper?

Wallpaper wasn’t industrialized until 1785 when a Frenchman invented a wallpaper machine. From then, wallpaper has evolved to three types: nonpasted, prepasted, and self-adhesive.

Nonpasted and prepastedare the two types of traditional wallpaper. For instance, Nonpasted comes without any adhesive added. You will apply the non-toxic adhesive to the wall, then hang the wallpaper in sheets. If you don’t want to add the adhesive yourself, you can go with prepasted. The glue is already on the back of the paper, so simply add water to the back of the paper and stick it to the wall. Traditional wallpaper will be your most cost-effective and also most time-consuming option.

Finally, the third option, self-adhesive wallpaper, is essentially a large sticker. Self-adhesive paper comes in rolls like traditional wallpaper, or in decals. Simply peel off the backing and stick the paper to the wall. It is the least messy option but depending how much area you want to cover it can also be the most costly. 

Your skill level, time commitment (DIY or professional), and budget will help you choose the best wallpaper application for you. Today’s traditional wallpaper adhesive is not only non-toxic, baby, toddler, and nursery safe, but it allows for simple removal. When you are ready to switch from your newborn’s soothing, pastel-inspired theme, to a bold pattern or 3D texture for your tween or teen, you will have no problem switching it out.

When to choose wallpaper.

There are many reasons to choose wallpaper for you newborn baby’s room. For instance, do you want to add texture or color to your space, but not with artwork and paint? Maybe you have lumpy walls that you want to cover. Perhaps you love the look of shiplap but don’t want to hang it? There are SO MANY wallpapers to choose from. Here are some of our favorite options that are on-trend in nursery design now for 2020/2021: 

  • Florals/Botanicals
  • Contemporary/Geometrics
  • Animals
  • Textures (grass cloth, cork, straw, rick, wood, wicker)
  • Tapestry
  • Sustainable (recycled or repurposed materials, like storybook or comic book pages)

How to choose wallpaper for your space?

Do you have a small room with little wall space, and you want to add dimension? Or maybe you want to give your new house the look of an old house with a textured-wood look. Choose a textured but neutral pattern. This will add dimension visually but won’t add color. 

Maybe your furniture is mid-century modern with very clean lines, and you want to accentuate your pieces. Choose a contemporary or geometric pattern that will make your furniture jump right out. Or give feminine furniture a more modern or eclectic vibe with a contemporary or geometric style.

Florals and botanicals are a very popular trend in nurseries right now. You can give a rustic or more masculine crib a feminine vibe with florals or botanicals. Or you can use florals with a feminine crib to really make a room girly. Either way, you can’t go wrong with florals or botanicals in your baby’s room.

Add a black and white wallpaper behind a brightly colored crib. Black and white wallpaper is neutral and adds interest and dimension without taking away from your signature conversion crib or dresser (or toys).

Whether you want to cover all four of your walls, one of your walls, or part of a wall, wallpaper is a fun and cost-effective way to do it. You don’t even have to stick to just the walls. You can add wallpaper to your ceiling! Wallpaper is one of the hottest nursery design trends for 2020 and it is here to stay for 2021. 

At last, we’d love to hear from you! Send us your nursery wallpaper pictures to share or talk about why you chose wallpaper in the comments on this post. Happy wallpapering! 

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BABY BARGAINS : “NOT RECOMMENDED”

All of us at Milk Street Baby urge you to completely disregard any negative reviews that you might see on the web site Baby Bargains.

The misinformation represented by Baby Bargains, and its founder Alan Fields, is biased and unfounded.

Neither Alan Fields, nor anybody at Baby Bargains has ever seen, assembled, sampled, or reviewed a single product designed and produced by Milk Street Baby.

The reason for his vengeful disdain is unknown and inexcusable, but needless to say, we don’t presently pay to advertise on Baby Bargains, and never will. Baby Bargains is more about hate and not love. His comments and reviews are taken out of context and fall short of telling the whole story. Not to mention, we went above and beyond to make things right for all our customers that were initially displeased.

We encourage you to try our products, and/or speak directly to any of the many satisfied Milk Street clients. You’ll be glad you did. Please see a few of our recent customer testimonials below. Our satisfied customers have not been compensated for these reviews. We are grateful for their love and support.

Honest Reviews from Good People

Second to None

    We primarily chose Milk Street because of the quality. We were looking for quality furniture for our nursery and Milk Street was second to none. It was a bonus that it had cool features like under dresser and drawer lighting, which we use routinely at nighttime. We got excellent service in store in terms of knowledge of staff, as well as delivery and set up. It has also been reassuring to know that should concerns arise, I can count on Milk Street to be responsive to my questions. You can tell they want to   put out quality products and for their customers to be satisfied.   

– Aimee M. Giammittorio, Ph.D.

Love at First Sight

    When I found out I was pregnant I began looking at cribs that would convert as she got bigger. We went into a small store in Hendersonville, TN and noticed the Milk Street bed right away and loved it. It has been the best purchase yet. The crib looked beautiful and now she is using it as a full size bed and it makes her room beautiful.

When we went to put the full size bed together we noticed the screw holes didn’t line up properly. When I gave MILK STREET a call they immediately jumped into action ready to help. I was extremely amazed at how the customer service was within the company and I am so grateful they were willing to fix it at no cost to me. Sadly then covid hit and made it impossible due to all the closings. However Milk Street made sure to email me and keep me updated and as soon as they were able to open back up we received the pieces we needed to finish up her room.

I could not be happier with my choice to chose Milk Street! I have recommended it to everyone and I am always happy to show off the beautifully made furniture.

– Heather Guill

   

Milk Street was such a great company to work with. Not only are their products beautiful and built well, when we encountered an issue with the shipping they personally called us to work something out that worked for both of us. They are so kind and customer service is the best. 
Julie, Thanks again for everything! We absolutely LOVE our furniture!

– Adam and Jenny Miller

I Love, Love, Love It 😍

    I love my crib and get so many compliments on it.  I love, love, love, it and it was the best investment i have made so far.  I am so thankful for this purchase and glad I found Milk Street Baby!

– Cheryl Malovic

   

I frickin LOVE the whole relic milk street collection. Every time I walk into my nursery it makes me happy! It’s beautiful and amazing craftsmanship. I’ve recommended it to all my pregnant friends!!

– Alex Amato

    When we saw Milk Street furniture, it was a combination of style, materials and functionality that helped win us over. We loved the colors as well as how sturdy the furniture felt. We looked at this set as an investment and one that will grow with our son for many years to come.

– Selina Benoit

Absolutely Perfect

    We purchased the Relic Batten Crib.  It’s absolutely perfect, 🙂 makes the nursery.  Including some pictures!  At the time we couldn’t afford the whole set so we painted an old dresser and made a changing table.  Now that we are past the starting off phase of adding a baby, we are going to buy the conversion to the full bed with the low profile footboard, and the longer dresser. Honestly, out of all the cribs we looked at nothing compared to your milk street cribs (I’ve wrote a few reviews).  I really appreciate it- it’s brought me so much joy this year.  Some of my favorite memories have been in this room.  Thanks again! 

– Cayla Stanard ❤️

    Nursery is coming together nicely and furniture looks great. I think the Relic Batten crib in Cloud was literally the only one my husband and I both liked for our coastal neutral theme. Not too white, not too gray. 🙂 Cloud was perfect for us and so different from everywhere else we looked.   Excited to use for years to come with the conversion kit too.

– Allison Phillips

Original. Couldn’t find anything else like it!

    When we saw the True Collection by Milk Street Baby, we instantly knew this was the perfect crib & dresser for our nursery!! We loved the originality of it and the two-toned colors! We knew we wouldn’t find anything else like it out there and it was a must! Thank you so much again with all your help!! My husband is a business owner and the way you went out of your way to make sure we were taken care of meant a lot to us and shows you take pride in your customers and your product!

– Bonnie Egeland

   

This company not only gave my little one an adorable, sturdy crib for a great price, but the customer service is excellent! They completely went out of their way to help us with the replacement piece we lost while moving!

– Kayla

    Milk Street furniture: it is stylish, well-built, functional and even innovative. The touch sensitive under lighting is really useful and the crib and (eventually) bed are timeless. I expect our son to keep this furniture until college! We have 3 children and all have nice furniture. But the Milk Street set stands out as our favorite.

– Matt and Debbie Greenburg

    Dealing with Milk Street Baby has been a customer’s dream. Three years ago we purchased an entire bedroom set for our first grandson. The furniture itself is stylish and well made, yet as with anything children can be tough on things. I recently contacted Milk Street for some replacement drawer slides and had the pleasure of working with both Fran and Julie who couldn’t have been more helpful. Prompt and knowledgeable they have both worked to identify the components I need and get them to me at no charge. To me that is what real customer service is all about. Thank you!

– Bob Clark

    We primarily chose Milk Street because of the quality. We were looking for quality furniture for our nursery and Milk Street was second to none. I can count on Milk Street to be responsive to my questions. You can tell they want to put out quality products and that it’s important for their customers to be satisfied.

– Aimee

    My Husband and I Just purchased a Milk Street Crib today for baby V! We are so excited about it!  Thank you for the amazing design and work that you do!

– Brianna Vouk

    Our Milk Street furniture set, the Relic Batten crib with 6 drawer dresser, was the best purchase we made for our son’s nursery. The quality and style were unmatched and we know our family will use this furniture for many years to come!

– Brooke Lauren Levin

    We chose Milk Street for our nursery because we wanted something unique! This furniture is sturdy and will last. We loved the natural wood finish with the white! Customer service with the Milk Street team directly was great and they were prompt with answering questions through phone and email.

– Laura Pennington

    I just wanted to say that we have received the furniture and it is a PERFECT match. I don’t even know how to thank you for the customer service you provided. We are so thrilled it worked out and the room is now complete! Thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of our hearts! You will definitely be our first choice if we need more baby furniture in the future!

– Lauren Tremblay

    Dear Milk Street Baby Team
Your furniture is beautiful and sturdy. The customer service has been great.  We needed a touch up pen and you went out of your way to be sure we received what we needed.  We hope to purchase the other pieces soon to go with the baby bed.

– Lynda Dysert

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