Walls are scrubbed and painted, carpeting is tacked down, new furniture is trundled in, and quilts, pillows and blankets are laid out in abundance. Such extensive preparations go a long way to brightening baby's room, but they may not offer such good tidings for its tiny occupant. That doesn't mean parents should stow their paint brushes and lay down their newborn in dingy quarters.
Nurseries can be both clean and healthy, with the right preparation.
It is not a substitute for the advice of a qualified professional.