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When to Set Up the Nursery: Complete Timeline

Week-by-week guide to getting the nursery ready.

Don't wait until the last minute. Here's when to tackle each nursery task.

20-24 Weeks

Choose a room, pick a theme/color palette, order furniture (6-8 week lead times).

24-28 Weeks

Paint the room (ventilate well), assemble major furniture, install blackout curtains.

28-32 Weeks

After shower: organize gifts, wash baby clothes, set up changing station.

32-36 Weeks

Final touches: install monitor, stock diapers/wipes, pack hospital bag.

Pro tip: Have the nursery 90% done by 36 weeks. Babies come early.

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